Chapter 1 Meaning and Scope KIN

identify the areas of study within the field of exercise physiology

1. the effects of different exercise programs on the muscular and cardiovascular systems 2.the health status of different population groups such as children and the aged.

Identify the topics that are studied by sport psychologists

1.Self-Confidence 2.Rehabilitation adherence 3.Regulation of anxiety

factors that influence the physical activity levels of people in the US

Age and socioeconomic status

Identify a social science that formed the foundation for the development of the sub disciplines of physical education, exercise science and sport

History

Identify an advantage of school-community partnerships in physical education

It offers increased opportunities for youth involvement in fitness programs

an academic discipline consist of a conceptual framework that provides structure for

a field

present day physical education is defined as

an educational process that uses physical activity as a means to help individuals acquire skills

Sport Biomechanics

applies the methods of physics and mechanics to the study of human motion and the motion of sport objects

academic discipline

defined as an organized body of knowledge collectively embraced in a formal course of learning

a field should be

focused on common goals

Health instruction

focuses on teaching the basics of healthy living

environmental health

focuses on the development of healthful and safe surroundings

Community rec programs offer a great variety of

instruction and sport activities for people of all ages and abilities

Profession

is an occupation requiring specialized training in an intellectual field of study that is dedicated to the betterment of society through service to others.

Health services

is concerned with developing and maintaining a satisfactory level of health for all people through service

exercise science

is the scientific analysis of exercise or more, inclusively, physical activity

Motor Learning

is the study of changes in motor behavior that are primarily the result of practice and experience.

Exercise Physiology

is the study of the effects of various physical demands, particularly exercise, on the structure and function of the human body.

in the context of high school sports programs, intramural sports programs benefit students by

providing girls and boys at all skill levels with the opportunity to compete against their classmates

sports

refers to highly organized, competitive physical activities governed by rules

athletics

refers to highly organized, competitive sports engaged in by skillful participants

Recreation and leisure are generally thought of as

self-chosen activities that provide a means of revitalizing and refreshing one's body and spirit.

Physical education pedagogy

studies how physical educators and sports leaders provide an effective learning environment

The traditional definition of physical education programs reflects

the focus on teaching children and youths in the school setting

Identify a true statement about sport sociologists

they examine the influence of race and gender on participation

Identify a responsibility of motor learning specialists

they investigate the use of reinforcement to enhance learning in physical education

I.D the role of adapted physical educators given by federal law

to design educational plans for students with disabilities