Dr. Betsy Keigher
Dr. Betsy Keigher
Assistant Professor of Physical Education

Office: MPCC 1st Floor
Phone: 6185376933
Email: bkkeigher@mckendree.edu


Education:

Ph.D., Texas Woman's University - Denton, TX, Adapted Physical Education
M.S., Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville, Education/Exercise Physiology & Adapted Phys. Ed.
B.A., Western Illinois University, Journalism

Teaching Interest:
 
My primary teaching interests are; Adapted Physical Education (physical education for individuals with disabilities), motor development and motor learning and physical education pedagogy.
 
Research Interest:
 
My research interests focus on exercise, aquatics, wellness and physical education for individuals with disabilities.
 
Teaching Philosophy:
 
My teaching philosophy is student centered.  I try to facilitate critical thinking and foster a life-long love of learning.
 
Memberships:
 
American Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
Illinois Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
Special Olympics of Illinois (volunteer)

Honors:

Project INSPIRE Grant Recipient, Adapted Physical Education, Texas Woman's University

Publications:

Traumatic Brain Injuries and Exercise, Project INSPIRE Web Site

Presentations:

Neurodevelopmentally Appropriate Activities for Young Children, Illinois Alliance of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.


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