Full Description
Introduction to Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport Studies, 11e, provides an exciting opportunity for students 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 career potential in these fields. Practical suggestions, including how to create resumes, help students to prepare for careers in physical education, exercise science in diverse settings. Written in a conversational and personal style, the book is designed for students enrolled in their first course related to the field.
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Contents
PREFACE
UNIT ONE: PRINCIPLES AND SCOPE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT
CHAPTER 1 PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT—DYNAMIC FIELDS
CHAPTER 2 EXERCISE AND SPORT SCIENCES
CHAPTER 3 PROFESSIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT
CHAPTER 4 PHILOSOPHY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT
CHAPTER 5 CAREER OPTIONS
CHAPTER 6 PREPARATION FOR A CAREER
UNIT TWO: HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT
CHAPTER 7 EARLY HERITAGE IN SPORTS AND GYMNASTICS
CHAPTER 8 EARLY AMERICAN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORT
CHAPTER 9 TWENTIETH AND TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT
UNIT THREE: IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION, EXERCISE SCIENCE, AND SPORT FOR EVERYONE
CHAPTER 10 OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND EXERCISE SCIENCE
CHAPTER 11 ISSUES IN SPORTS
CHAPTER 12 LEADERSHIP FOR ACTIVE LIVING
GLOSSARY
INDEX
