2. Goal:The goal for this course is to give students the opportunity to learn the basics of cycling, including but not limited to: – Motivation – Cycling Safety – Bike anatomy – Nutrition – Fitness – Body anatomy

3. Self-Efficacy: Students will use the Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs to help motivate themselves to begin a cycling regimen. This will allow them to better understand the needs of their bodies and what they can do to live a healthier lifestyle..

4. ● Classroom or Weekly E-Learning Environment - This course can be either taken in a Professional Development Class or in a High School Physical Education Health Class ● Class size will accommodate up to 15 students ● Equipment Required: → Bike → Safety Helmet → Gloves → Water bottles → Cycling Shoes → Safety Glasses → Heart Rate Monitor → Bike Computer → Sun block → Computer (for online meetings)

5. Bike Anatomy

6. Muscles used while cycling

7. Bike and Road Safety

8. How Motivation helps in developing strong skills for exercising and living a healthy lifestyle.

9. Students will become avid cyclists on an open road

10. PowerPoint Presentations Worksheets Video Tutorials Cycling Health & Fitness Nutritional Benefits All activities can be found on the Wiki

11. →Class Discussions →Blogging →Organize Cycling Club on Facebook

12. Cycling on an open road using the proper gear

13. Training Log

14. Written Exams

15. Cyclist must be able to: 1.Ride for 6 miles to test endurance built throughout the semester 2. Identify & wear all proper gear during riding test

16. Doctor’s Note due to physical activity nature of the class

17. Physical Education is a required subject for all students in grades K-12. When students reach the commencement level of the learning standards for physical education, they will have the knowledge and skills to participate in a variety of healthy activities; understand and appreciate the benefits of maintaining a healthful lifestyle; understand how to evaluate and access resources in their community to pursue a healthy and active life; and will be aware of the many career opportunities available in this field.

18. Subchapter C. High School §116.5.Implementation of Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Physical Education, High School. §116.5.Foundations of Personal Fitness (One-Half Credit). §116.5.Adventure/Outdoor Education (One-Half Credit). §116.5.Aerobic Activities (One-Half Credit). §116.5.Individual Sports (One-Half Credit). §116.5.Team Sports (One-Half Credit).

19. Professional Development Courses are independent study, distance learning courses for adult professionals. The mission of Professional Development Courses is to provide students with opportunities for professional growth through course work that is interesting, topical and immediately applicable.

20. www.ehow.com/topuc_2292_bicycling-101.html www.wisc-online.com www.jimlangley.net/wrench/bicycleparts.html Additional Resources: World Wide Web