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Introduction to Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport Studies (Int'l Ed)

Introduction to Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport Studies (Int'l Ed)

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Introduction to Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport Studies provides students with an exciting opportunity to discover the diversity of physical education, exercise science, and sport and the wealth of careers available in these fields. Students are introduced to the heritage, current programs, and future potential of their majors through the explanation of the origins of different careers and the skills necessary to perform them.

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PREFACE xUNIT ONE PRINCIPLES AND SCOPE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT STUDIESCHAPTER 1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT STUDIES—DYNAMIC FIELDS The Dynamic Fields of Human Movement Quality of LifeImportance of Physical ActivityObesity PurposeObjectives or Outcomes of Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport ProgramsSummaryCAREER PERSPECTIVE: Kathie DavisCHAPTER 2 EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCESWhat Is an Academic DisciplineThe Scientific Foundations of the Exercise and Sport SciencesSub-Disciplines in the Exercise and Sport Sciences SummaryCAREER PERSPECTIVE: René Revis Shingles CHAPTER 3 PROFESSIONs OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORTWhat is a Profession?PedagogyUndergraduate SpecializationsSpecialized Professional Organizations Summary CAREER PERSPECTIVE: Shirley Ann Holt/HaleCHAPTER 4 PHILOSOPHY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT Why Study Philosophy? Five Traditional Philosophies Ethics Developing a Personal Philosophy of Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport Summary CAREER PERSPECTIVE: Sharon Kay Stoll CHAPTER 5 CAREER OPTIONSFactors Influencing Career Choices Teaching Fitness, Exercise, and Sport Sciences Recreation and Leisure ServicesAthletic Training and Physical Therapy Athletics Sport Management Sport Marketing Sport Communication Other Related Careers 1SummaryCAREER PERSPECTIVE: Kelly McFarlandCHAPTER 6 PREPARATION FOR A CAREER The Challenge Educational BackgroundGetting Involved Beginning Your Career InvolvementGraduate Education Gaining Experience Summary CAREER PERSPECTIVE: Marty Pomerantz UNIT TWO HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORTCHAPTER 7 EARLY HERITAGE IN SPORTS AND GYMNASTICS Early CulturesHomeric Greeks (Before 776 B.C.) Spartans (776 B.C. to 371 B.C.)Early Athenians (776 B.C. to 480 B.C.)Late Athenians (480 B.C. to 338 B.C.)Pan-Hellenic Festivals (776 B.C. to A.D. 400) Five Events of the Pentathlon Roman Republic (500 B.C. to 27 B.C.)Roman Empire (27 B.C. to A.D. 476) Medieval Europe (500 to 1500)Renaissance and the Reformation (1450 to 1650)Age of Enlightenment (1700s) Naturalism (1770 to 1830)Nationalism (1800s) Sports in Great Britain (1800s)Summary CAREER PERSPECTIVE: Jim WhittakerCHAPTER 8 EARLY AMERICAN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT Physical Activities in the Colonies Early German Gymnastics in the United StatesEarly Americans Who Influenced Physical Education ProgramsEarly Swedish Gymnastics in the United StatesThe Battle of the Systems Establishment of Normal Schools for Physical Education Founding of the National Association Promotion of Play for Children Development of Amateur Sports Collegiate Sports for Men Collegiate Sports for WomenSummary CAREER PERSPECTIVE: Mike WaltersCHAPTER 9 TWENTIETH AND TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORTThe New Physical Education Leaders in the New Physical Education Major Developments in Physical Education and Exercise Science Amateur and Collegiate Sports Play to Recreation to Fitness Federal Legislation Summary CAREER PERSPECTIVE: Michael DeLongUNIT THREE IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT FOR EVERYONECHAPTER 10 OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND EXERCISE SCIENCE Value of Physical Activity for Everyone Recreation and Leisure Services Exercise Science Interdisciplinary Research Elementary School Programs Middle School Programs Secondary School Programs Challenges Facing Physical EducatorsChanges in Licensure Requirements Accountability Career Burnout Summary CAREER PERSPECTIVE: Andrea Hudy CHAPTER 11 ISSUES IN SPORTS Girls and Women in SportsSport Opportunities for Ethnic Minorities and Especially African Americans Sport Opportunities for Senior Citizens Sport Opportunities for Individuals with Special NeedsYouth Sports Interscholastic Sports Intercollegiate AthleticsInternational Sports Summary 372CAREER PERSPECTIVE: Mark DominikCHAPTER 12 LEADERSHIP FOR ACTIVE LIVING Introductory Scenario Leadership in Physical Education, Exercise Science, and SportsPossible Changes in Physical Education, Exercise Science, and SportsChanging Identity—From Physical Education to Exercise Science and Sport Studies Physical Activity Trends and the Consequences of Inactivity Promoting Physical Activity Physical Activity throughout Life Science and Athletics SummaryCAREER PERSPECTIVE: Dana D. Brooks GLOSSARYCREDITS INDEX


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781259010750
  • Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
  • Publisher Imprint: McGraw-Hill Education
  • Edition: 9
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 15 mm
  • Width: 164 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1259010759
  • Publisher Date: 16 May 2013
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 233 mm
  • No of Pages: 416
  • Weight: 1 gr


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