INTRODUCTION TO COACHING AND LEADERSHIP

Grade Level: 10-12
Credit Value: .5 elective
Pre-Requisite: None

Course Description: The Introduction to Coaching and Leadership course is a one semester elective class that provides an overview of the coaching profession, including coaching philosophy, leadership and motivational strategies, and current trends and theories in coaching. Other topics discussed include the critical roles and responsibilities of a coach, professionalism and ethics in coaching, strategies for building a successful team, and case studies of highly successful and impactful coaches. Students will read and discuss various articles and literary selections regarding highly successful and impactful leaders and coaches. Students will be exposed to various guest speakers from the Jordan athletic department staff and the broader coaching community. Finally, students will learn through hands-on experience as they instruct young athletes. The course will culminate with student completion of a project showing evidence of growth throughout the semester. The project will highlight student coaching experience and their personal thoughts and feelings they have developed throughout the class regarding coaching and leadership philosophy and the role of coaches in the lives of young people.