Recreation and Sport Pedagogy (RSP)

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Coaching our youth

As a home to prestigious programs, the Department of Recreation and Sport Pedagogy (RSP) attracts students from Ohio, across the United States, and from around the world. The Department is committed to the creation, dissemination of theoretical and practical knowledge through its distinctive programs and professional opportunities to meet the career goals of its undergraduate and graduate students. Guided by faculty, students are challenged in the classroom and in experiential learning environments to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies needed for professional success.

The Department offers two graduate programs including Coaching Education (on-line and on-campus) and Recreation Studies (on-campus). It also has undergraduate programs in Physical Education/Teacher Education and Recreation Studies. The undergraduate programs are accredited by national accrediting organizations: National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).

Mission

Students involved at a professional conference

The mission of the Department of Recreation and Sport Pedagogy (RSP) is to enhance quality health and wellness through lifelong involvement in recreation, physical activity, and sport. The Department will accomplish this mission through effective and high quality education, experiential-based learning, scholarship and creative activities, and service to the university, community, and professions.

Students engaged in classroom learning opportunities

Explore the links to our various programs and please contact me if you would like further information:

Dr. Beth VanDerveer
Associate Professor, Chair
Dept. of Recreation and Sport Pedagogy (RSP)
Patton College of Education
Grover Center E160
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.4656
vanderve@ohio.edu

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

Mission