Foundations of Kinesiology

Description

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Foundations of Kinesiology, Second Edition provides a guided introduction to the discipline and professions of kinesiology using a holistic, learner-centered, and skill-based approach. Thoroughly revised and updated, it explores the core subdisciplines of kinesiology and allows students to explore the research and physical activity contributions that each has to offer.

The learner-centered approach stresses the importance of active engagement and social interaction in the students’ own construction of knowledge, fostering long-term retention of the content, increased motivation, and higher achievement. In using Foundations of Kinesiology, Second Edition, students will have the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to achieve their personal and professional goals while becoming advocates for meaningful physical activity and lifelong learning.

Key Features

• NEW CHAPTERS – Includes three new chapters, Dance and Kinesiology, History of Sport and Physical Activity, and Have Degree and Passport: Kinesiology Goes Global
• Includes updated and more in-depth coverage of important topics like climate change effects, intersectionality, the critique of structural power, Challenge Point Frameworks, and basic mechanical principles
• Includes the ACSM pre-participation health screening guidelines and revised medical clearance criteria
• Real-life scenarios are highlighted in Part III, Integration of the Pillars, showing the importance of kinesiology to a healthy, joyful life for diverse populations.
• Stop and Think boxes and Discussion Questions assess learners understanding of key concepts.

Table of Contents

1. Part  I  Kinesiology: Its Fundamentals and Paradoxes
   1. Chapter  1  Foundations and Pathways to the Pillars
   2. Chapter  2  A History of Kinesiology
2. Part  II  Pillars of the Discipline: Kinesiology Subdisciplines
   1. Chapter  3  Adapted Physical Activity
   2. Chapter  4  Biomechanics
   3. Chapter  5  Dance
   4. Chapter  6  Exercise and Sport Physiology
   5. Chapter  7  Exercise and Sport Psychology
   6. Chapter  8  History of Sport and Physical Activity
   7. Chapter  9  Motor Behavior
   8. Chapter  10  Philosophy of Kinesiology
   9. Chapter  11  Sociology of Sport, Exercise, and Physical Activity
   10. Chapter  12  Sport Management
   11. Chapter  13  Sport Pedagogy and Physical Activity
   12. Chapter  14  Applying the Learner-Centered Approach to Research
   13. Chapter  15  Diversity: Sport as Welcoming Space
3. Part  III  Integration of the Pillars
   1. Chapter  16  Healthy Living
   2. Chapter  17  Inclusive Physical Education for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
   3. Chapter  18  Promoting Excellence
   4. Chapter  19  Ironman 2
4. Part  IV  Looking to the Future
   1. Chapter  20  Kinesiology and the Public’s Health: Collaboration Imperatives
   2. Chapter  21  Have Degree and Passport: Kinesiology Goes Global
   3. Appendix  Epilogue
   4. Appendix  Glossary
   5. Appendix  Index

Authors Biography

Carole A. Oglesby, PhD – Temple University

Kim Henige, EdD, CSCS – California State University, Northridge

Douglas W. McLaughlin, PhD – California State University, Northridge

Belinda Stillwell, PhD – California State University, Northridge