Adventure Based Learning: Learning and Leadership Focus
A Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Adventure, Health, and Physical Education and a concentration in Adventure Based Learning with a Learning and Leadership focus requires the completion of the Elon Core Curriculum as well as the Major Requirements listed below.
Major Requirements
Required Courses: 20 sh
| EDU 2950 | RESEARCH METHODS IN EDUCATION | 4 sh |
| ABL 2250 | INTRODUCTION TO ADVENTURE BASED LEARNING | 4 sh |
| ABL 4100 | ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT | 4 sh |
| ABL 2000 | OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP AND FACILITATION | 4 sh |
| ABL 4970 | CAPSTONE IN ADVENTURE BASED LEARNING | 4 sh |
Select two courses from the following: 2 sh
Select from the following list of courses: 18 sh
| COM 2650 | SMALL-GROUP COMMUNICATION | 2 sh |
| EDU 4310 | ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION | 4 sh |
| ENG 3330 | AMERICAN ENVIRONMENTAL WRITERS | 4 sh |
| GBL 2550 | ELON IN ALASKA | 4 sh |
| GBL 2660 | CRITICALLY ENGAGED ECO-TOURISM IN NEW ZEALAND | 4 sh |
| HSS 3200 | GROUP DYNAMICS AND LEADERSHIP | 4 sh |
| LED 2100 | FOUNDATIONS OF LEADERSHIP STUDIES | 4 sh |
| PSY 3210 | THE PSYCHOLOGY OF LEADERSHIP | 4 sh |
| SOC 3310 | THE SELF AND SOCIETY | 4 sh |
| ENS 1010 | CURRENT ISSUES IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE | 4 sh |
| WHE 2850 | PERSPECTIVES IN PERSONAL AND GLOBAL HEALTH | 4 sh |
| PEH 3450 | PRINCIPLES OF COACHING | 4 sh |
| ABL 4999 | RESEARCH | 1-4 sh |
- ENG 2550 only applies when taken as Land & Spirit
- Students who participate in the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), Outward Bound or Semester at Sea can petition to the program coordinator for substitution for elective credit(s).
- Students will receive no more than 4 semester hours for participation in NOLS, Outward Bound and/or Semester at Sea.
- Elective courses with a prerequisite include PSY 3210 and PEH 3450. Review course descriptions for more information.
Program Outcomes
Utilize knowledge of the impact of physical activity and health on quality of life when advocating for healthful living.
Know and apply discipline-specific theoretical concepts
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to exhibit competent behavior.
Demonstrate how to plan and implement effective and developmentally appropriate experiences for all learners.
Use effective communication skills and strategies in applied settings.
Demonstrate inter- and intrapersonal skills and dispositions essential to becoming effective professionals.
Total Credit Hours: 40
- Students who select an adventure-based concentration may not also declare a second adventure-based concentration, but they may elect to complete a second concentration from the physical education and health options.
- Students who select an adventure-based concentration may not also declare the Adventure-Based Learning Minor.