Measurement for Evaluation in Kinesiology - Couverture souple

Baumgartner, Ted A.; Jackson, Andrew S.; Mahar, Matthew T.; Rowe, David A.

 
9781284040753: Measurement for Evaluation in Kinesiology

Synopsis

Each new print copy includes Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive and interactive eBook, student practice activities and assessments, a full suite of instructor resources, and learning analytics reporting tools. Heavily revised and reorganized, the ninth edition of Measurement for Evaluation in Kinesiology helps students master the essential concepts and principles of measurement and evaluation and equips them with the tools needed to become a successful evaluator within Physical Education and Exercise Science. Using a student-centered approach, it presents tests and methods for evaluating aerobic fitness, body composition, skill achievement, youth fitness, and much more. The Ninth Edition highlights the practical skills and materials that readers need and clearly outlines each chapters objectives. It goes on to discuss the latest public health initiatives, computer-based evaluations, and Healthy People 2020. Key Features: - Objectives at the opening of each chapter focus the students' attention on the key concepts that will be discussed - Important formulas are provided throughout the text and provide an easy reference for student use in the course and in their future careers - Tables and figures used throughout the text provide a visual representation on the concepts discussed in the chapter - Formative Evaluation of Objectives, found at the end of each chapter, help students determine in they have mastered the objectives set fourth at the beginning of the chapter - Additional Learn Activities provide students with added ways to gain more experience with the concepts presented within the chapter

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À propos de l?auteur

Ted A. Baumgartner, PhD, earned his undergraduate degree in physical education from Oklahoma State University, his master’s degree in physical education from Southern Illinois University–Carbondale, and his doctorate from the University of Iowa. He was on the faculty at Indiana University from 1967 to 1977, teaching measurement courses and statistics courses. Since 1977, he has been a professor at the University of Georgia teaching measurement courses, statistics courses, and introduction to research courses. Dr. Baumgartner is a co-author of the book Measurement for Evaluation in Physical Education and Exercise Science, Eighth Edition, also from Jones & Bartlett Learning. He started the journal Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science and was the first editor of the journal. Dr. Baumgartner is a member of the National Academy of Kinesiology.

Professor Emeritus, University of Houston

Professor, East Carolina University

University of Strathclyde

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