ALCB 413Y: RELAXATION TECHNIQUES
Foothill College Course Outline of Record
| Heading | Value |
|---|---|
| Effective Term: | Summer 2024 |
| Units: | 0 |
| Hours: | 2 lecture per week (24 total per quarter) |
| Advisory: | Students are advised to participate at their own pace and notify the instructor of any personal or physical limitations. |
| Degree & Credit Status: | Non-Degree-Applicable Non-Credit Course |
| Foothill GE: | Non-GE |
| Transferable: | None |
| Grade Type: | Non-Credit Course (Receives no Grade) |
| Repeatability: | Unlimited Repeatability |
Student Learning Outcomes
- Student will be able to describe personal relaxation techniques
- The student will be able to explain the relationship of mental and physical tension with mental and physical health
Description
Intended for the disabled student to acquire techniques to release tension and achieve relaxation through the practice of targeted exercises and proven techniques.
Course Objectives
The student will be able to:
- Demonstrate tension control and relaxation methods.
- Employ deep breathing techniques.
- Use positive visualization.
Course Content
- Demonstrate tension control and relaxation methods including, but not limited to:
- Relaxation and deep breathing techniques
- Positive visualization and meditation
- Tai Chi
- Modified Yoga
- Gentle exercise
- Patterned movement
- Recognize the importance of using relaxation and breathing techniques to reduce tension
Lab Content
Not applicable.
Special Facilities and/or Equipment
1. When taught on or off campus: accessible classroom.
2. When taught online/virtual: students and faculty need internet access with Zoom-capable computer, monitor, and speakers.
2. When taught online/virtual: students and faculty need internet access with Zoom-capable computer, monitor, and speakers.
Method(s) of Evaluation
Methods of Evaluation may include but are not limited to the following:
Progress on Student Educational Contract
Instructor observation to reflect course material
Participation
Method(s) of Instruction
Methods of Instruction may include but are not limited to the following:
Lecture
Demonstration
Representative Text(s) and Other Materials
Selected articles, websites, and other reference materials as assigned by instructor.
Types and/or Examples of Required Reading, Writing, and Outside of Class Assignments
Not applicable.
Discipline(s)
Specialized Instruction (Disabled Student Programs and Services): Noncredit