Volleyball

PHED 1150

1 Semester Credit Hour

Instructor Contact Information
Instructor Name:

Betty C. Williams              Associate Professor of Health & Physical Education

Office Number:                T.  Wesley Pickel Field House Rm., 121

Office Phone: 
452-8600 at Extension Ext. 3243 

Toll Free Phone:  (888) 335-8722

Email Address:
betty.williams@volstate.edu
Fax:
615-230-3629
Secretary Phone:
Ms. Linnette Flood 452-8600 Ext. 3240 or Ms. Holly Harvey 452-8600 Ext. 3253
Course Information

Course Description:

Instruction and practice in the fundamentals as well as various types of play in volleyball.

Course Objectives:  

Upon completion of this course the student will have demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Play practice volleyball employing correct technique.

  2. Demonstrate knowledge of volleyball etiquette and safety.

  3. Identify the importance of cardiovascular efficiency in the game of volleyball.

  4. Form structured methods for continuing the game of volleyball as a lifetime activity.

  5. Discuss the mental strategy necessary for success in volleyball.

  6. Demonstrate knowledge of the rules and regulations of the game of volleyball.

  7. Score a volleyball game.

  8. Demonstrate an historical knowledge of the development of volleyball as a game.

  9. Participate in drills which will develop muscle strength of the legs, arm and abdomen.

  10. Demonstrate knowledge of safety precautions in volleyball.

  11. Demonstrate the basic serve in volleyball.

  12. Demonstrate the various passes used in volleyball.

  13. Demonstrate the set in volleyball.

  14. Demonstrate the various attack skills in volleyball such as the spike.

  15. Demonstrate basic game strategy.

  16. Discuss care of the equipment used in volleyball.

  17. Demonstrate the skill of blocking.

  18. Define the basic terminology used in volleyball.

  19. Explain the various playing positions on the court.

  20. Demonstrate knowledge of volleyball form and technique.

Prerequisites: 

The student should have a physical examination prior to taking an activity course.   Otherwise, the student will be taking the course at his or her own risk.    

Specific Course Requirements:

 

Each class meeting will include some of the following:                   

  • Introduction--Nature and Purpose

  • Basic Rules

  • Warm-up (General)

  • Stretching

  • Running

  • Explosive sprinting

  • Explosive Jumping

  • Fundamental Skills

  • Low Position

  • Shuffle step

  • Run lateral/forward

  • Backpedal

  • Serve

  • Underhand

  • Overhand floater

  • Forearm Pass

  • Serve reception

  • Free-ball pass

  • Side to target

  • Back to target

  • Overhand Pass

  • Set forward

  • Free-ball pass

  • Attack

  • Spike roll

  • Use 3 contacts

  • Pass to center front

  • Set to left front

  • Make opponents play the ball

  • 1 on 1, 2 on 2, 3 on 3

  • Vary type of contact required

  • Five-person, "W" serve reception pattern

Textbooks, Supplementary Materials, Hardware and Software Requirements

No textbook.  (Handouts are provided) from WebCT

Supplementary Materials:
None
Course Website address:
vswebCT
Hardware Requirements:
None
Software Requirements:
 Microsoft Office
Assessment and Grading

Testing Procedures:

Two written objective tests at Mid-Term & Final on knowledge of rules and regulations.

Grading Procedure:


There are 100 Possible  Point Values for This Course: 

 

 30  Two written objective tests at Mid-Term & Final

 30  Skills test on volleyball - Bump, Serve, & Set

 10  Attendance

 30  Participation

100  Points Total

 

Grading will be assigned according to the following for participation

 

0 - 1   Absence      =   30 points

2 - 3   Absences    =   25 points

4 - 5   Absences    =   20 points

6 - 7   Absences    =   15 points

8 or more Absences =   0 points

Grading Scale:

The grading scale is based on the following:

90 ‑ 100    =   A
80 ‑   89     =    B
70 ‑  79      =   C
60 ‑   69      =    D
Below 60      =    F
Incomplete    =    I

Mid-term Deficiencies “Students who are in danger of receiving a grade below the accepted minimum at mid-term will receive by mail notices indicating the lack of satisfactory progress.”  

N =Audit - No grade or credit.  The student must have registered as an audit in order to receive this grade.

W=Withdrawal - A grade of W is given by the admissions office after a student has processed a drop/add  form through the Admissions Office.  Note:  The instructor does have the right to administratively withdraw a student from class resulting in a grade of W; but this is not automatic.  Students wishing to withdraw must do so through SOTEP and the Admissions Office.  Please consult with me prior to withdrawing from the course.

I=Incomplete - An incomplete is given at the discretion of the instructor and must meet the following conditions: 

(a) Student attends regularly.

(b) Student has completed 80% of the course work and is passing.

(c) The instructor feels the student can realistically complete the course work in the following semester.

 

Note:  If the course work is not completed prior to the exam period of the following semester, the grade is automatically converted to an F by the Admissions Office.

Class Participation

1.      Daily participation means actively taking part in the daily workout.  Your fitness level will not improve without moving.  You need to be involved in-class workouts.  You will not be allowed to sit and observe the class.  There may be occasions when a person has an illness or other minor, temporary injury/disability that prevents him/her from actively participating.  If this is the case, students should come to class and inform the instructor of their illness/injury.  The instructor will recommend whether the student is dismissed from class or they should remain in class and listen and observe and not be counted absent.  Remember, you are graded on participation and you cannot receive a grade if you do not participate.

Class Attendance:

Attendance will be recorded at each class meeting.  One (1) cut permitted, illness, death in the family or special school activities are the only basis for an excused absence.  You are expected to attend all classes and be on time.  In the case of an emergency, an excused absence will be required to contact with the instructor within 48 hours and the excused absences will be determined on a case by case basis.  The following illness, death in the family or special school activities are the ONLY basis for excused absence.  Attendance will be recorded at each class meeting.  One (1) cut permitted all other cuts will count against you.

Punctuality:
It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor when he/she is tardy in order to avoid being marked absent.  Three tardiness will count as a absence. 
Course Ground Rules

NOTE:   I HAVE ZERO TOLERANCE FOR EXCUSES!!!! 

  1. Weekly class participation required

  2. Learn how to navigate WebCT course using for course enhancement

  3. Keep abreast of course announcements on WebCT

  4. Address technical problems immediately with a phone call to the instructor

  5. Students must dress.  When not dresses, you will lose one point from your

    final grade total points

  6.  Children are not allowed to attend class.

  7. When a student is participating in a school activity which has been approved by the Dean of the College, the student will not be counted absent, but must make up the work within a week of the scheduled event.

  8. Persistent unexcused absences can result in the instructor having the student administratively withdrawn from the class.   (Participation is a must in this course.)  The procedure involves the recommendation of the instructor to administratively withdraw the student.  If the Dean of the College approves the recommendation, the student is withdrawn from the class.

  9. Appropriate dress:  All participants will be required to dress out for each class.  Students must wear shorts, sweats, jogging clothes and tennis shoes.  Failure to dress appropriately will result in a penalty of 2 points each time you are not dressed appropriately.  All jewelry (rings, watches, bracelets, necklaces) must be removed  prior to playing, to prevent injuries to the student and damage to your belongings.

Guidelines for Communications

Check email under WebCT course Volleyball  Use student VSCC e-mail account.   Always include a subject line when sending an e-mail.  Go to the www.volstate.edu/ WebCT email and follow the instructions.  The professor will send a reply within 24 hour from receiving your email.  Use standard 12 points.

Financial Attendance Policy
If you are receiving Title IV financial assistance (PELL GRANT, Student Loan or SEOG grant), you must regularly attend class a (minimum of the first full week) or be subject to repay PART or ALL of the federal Financial Aid you receive for the semester.
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Students With Disabilities

It is the student’s responsibility to self identify with the Office of Disability Services in order to receive accommodation. Only those students with appropriate documentation will receive services. Disability Services is located in the basement of the Wood Campus Center room 122.

Syllabus Changes

A statement that any necessary changes to the course syllabus will be sent to the student by e-mail and posted on Vol State's WebCT.

Technical Support

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