Kines test 2
Which of the following would not be a benefit of interviewing a person who is currently working in the career that interests you?
All of the above; Determine is the salary range appeals to you. Gain insights into the scope of responsibilities. Learn about working conditions and hours. Understand the educational requirements.
Which of these philosophies stresses the importance of developing social skills and education for social efficiency?
Pragmatism
The philosophy based on the laws and order of the world as revealed by science independent from human experience.
Realism
Which of these philosophies states that knowledge originates in the physical world but emerges through experimentation?
Realism
Which of these philosophies uses the scientific method when seeking truth?
Realism
Allowing or disallowing an athlete to dispute an official's call is an ethical choice by the coach.
True
When a coach allows an athlete to dispute an official's call, the coach is making an ethical choice.
True
Holding a physical fitness specialist or personal trainer certificate is a requirement for getting a job in a health, fitness, or sport club.
false
It is illegal (violation of state laws) for physical educators to teach classes in the public schools outside their major field.
false
More teachers desire coaching positions in the schools than there are available teams to coach.
false
Most careers in fitness fields offer lucrative salaries and traditional working hours.
false
Obtaining a certification in the content field is a prerequisite to obtaining an internship.
false
Participation in extracurricular activities while in college will not enhance your potential for employment.
false
Personal lifestyle preferences have nothing to do with choosing a career.
false
Physical education and sport professionals cannot teach ethical behaviors.
false
Serving as a subject in a research study is an example of an internship.
false
Students do not know enough to participate in internships until after they have completed their undergraduate degrees.
false
The National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification must certify anyone who serves as an athletic trainer in a high school.
false
The career choice made in college is critically important since seldom does a person change careers during a lifetime.
false
The development of moral values is an automatic outcome of competing in sports.
false
The director of a cardiac rehabilitation program must be certified as a personal trainer.
false
The longer athletes participate in sport, the higher their moral reasoning because they are learning how to play fair and be good sports.
false
Utilitarianism states that moral duties are prescriptive and independent of consequences.
false
Work hours for intramural/campus recreation specialists are normally 8 am to 5 pm.
false
Which of the following would require a certification or license for employment in this career?
physical therapist
Professionals in this career help individuals rehabilitate from injuries and disabling conditions.
physical therapy
For which of the following could you volunteer so that you could gain experience for a career in a related field?
youth sport coach
Which of the following would not be considered an ethical principle?
All of the above are ethical principles; An opponent is not the enemy but a worthy athlete deserving to be treated exactly as everyone would wish to be treated, Fair play means playing within the letter and spirit of the rules, Games are not played to intimidate; the ideal purpose is a mutual quest for excellence through challenge, Sportsmanship requires modesty, humility in victory, praise for the winners, and self-respect in defeat.
Which of the following would not be an influencing factor on a person's career choice?
All of the above could be influencing factors; A role model in this career, Enjoyment of working with people, Monetary benefits, job security
Which of these items should not be included in a personal philosophy in a professional portfolio?
All of the above should be included in a professional portfolio; Academic honors received, Description of your personal values and how they relate to your chosen career, Professional certifications earned, Work experiences
Which of the following is not a valuable aspect of career preparation for a physical education teacher in a school?
All of the above; Observing master teachers as they instruct students in schools. Mini-teaching experiences in college classes. Serving as a camp counselor. Teaching private sport lessons.
Which of these does not emphasize the importance of obtaining a specialized certification?
All of the above; Confirms the attainment of a high level of competence and the achievement of the standards of the profession. Enables potential employers to differentiate among applicants based on a known standard of knowledge and skills. Provides potential clients and the general public with a quality control measure reassuring them that a certified person has a proven level of competence. Shows a willingness and commitment on the part of certification applicants to enhance career preparation.
Which of the following could be used as a rationalization or justification for behaving unethically?
All of the above; Argue that while a rule was violated, the situation along with the amount of good accomplished overshadowed the small amount of harm; that is, the end justifies the means, State that the action is not unethical since the action harmed no one or no foul was called or penalty assessed, Try to make it seem that the unethical action is really ethical, such as by claiming there is no rule against it, no one will ever know, or everyone else does it.
Which of the following questions might be important to ask about a prospective career?
All of the above; What are the prior experiences required?, What is the education or degree required? What is the potential for advancement in this career? What is the salary range?
Which of the following would not be an outcome of completing an internship?
Always results in a full-time job with the same organization
What organization offers Certified Personal Trainer, Clinical Exercise Specialist, Health and Fitness Instructor, and Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification programs?
American College of Sports Medicine
What certification is offered by the National Strength and Conditioning Association?
Both B and D; Certified personal trainer Certified strength and conditioning specialist
Which of the following must an athletic trainer complete in order to obtain certification?
Both C and D Complete an accredited program Pass a certification examination
Which of the following should be a requirement for setting and achieving goals?
Establish a challenging, yet realistic, path to achieving the goal.
A twentieth-century philosophy that centers on individual existence and advocates that truth and values are arrived at by each person's experiences.
Existentialism
In which of these philosophies does the individual determine the subject matter and the learning method?
Existentialism
Which of these philosophies focuses on individualized activities in physical education and sport encourage creativity and self-awareness and personal responsibility for learning?
Existentialism
Moral knowing is the most important step in the moral reasoning process.
False
Once you have formulated your personal philosophy, it will remain the same throughout your career.
False
The moral reasoning of interscholastic athletes is more consistent, impartial, and reflective than is that of non-athletes.
False
Which of these philosophies advocates that ideals, values, and truths are universal and eternal and remain the same regardless of how the interpretations of individuals may vary?
Idealism
Which of these philosophies states that the development of the total person is important, but if there is a conflict development of the mind and the body, the mind must take precedence?
Idealism
Claiming there is no rule against an unethical behavior, no one will ever know about the unethical behavior, or everyone else does the unethical behavior are rationalizations for trying to make this unethical behavior seem to be ethical.
True
Developing a personal philosophy is important in gaining insights into your behaviors, beliefs, and values.
True
Personal experiences are important as foundations for developing personal philosophies.
True
This career requires a doctor's degree and research productivity for tenure.
University professor in one of the exercise and sport sciences
In which of the following specializations would a student prepare for a career in corporate fitness?
exercise physiology
Which of the following would not be a responsibility of a director of sport marketing?
facility management
A Master of Education degree is required for a teacher to be licensed to teach.
false
A bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, sport manager, or exercise science is required to become an instructor in outdoor education.
false
A personal trainer and a strength coach is the same career choice.
false
Admission requirements to graduate schools are standardized nationally.
false
All master's degree programs in physical education require specialization and a thesis or an internship.
false
Because athletic programs at large universities have become businesses, coaches increasingly have earned master's degrees in sport management.
false
Career opportunities in the exercise and sport science are limited.
false
College coaches must have earned at least a master's degree.
false
Which of the following career areas is associated with the leisure services field?
private sports club
For this career, a person needs skills in interviewing, writing, and the willingness to work under the pressure of deadlines?
sports journalism
A need exists for physical education, exercise science, and sport professionals prepared to provide recreational and leisure activities for senior citizens.
true
A portfolio is individualized so a person can include whatever documents can best describe his or her accomplishments.
true
A portfolio used to obtain a job should include a professional philosophy.
true
An elementary physical education teacher must be licensed to teach.
true
An important criterion for continuation in a job is the level of personal fulfillment and satisfaction.
true
Becoming a compliance officer in intercollegiate athletics is an example of a career choice for a sport manager.
true
Before choosing a career, it is important to assess your personal lifestyle preferences.
true
Careers in fitness may include leadership, instruction, and exercise prescription in clinical, club, and specialized settings.
true
Careers in sport management could include sales positions for sports clothing and sporting equipment.
true
Careers in sports broadcasting, sports journalism, and sports photography reflect the interdependence of sports and the media.
true
Continuing education or lifelong learning of new knowledge and skills are beneficial for career advancement.
true
Fair play means playing within the letter and spirit of the rules.
true
Fringe benefits are non-salary compensations of employment.
true
Individuals with degrees in sport management find jobs in professional and college sports programs, recreation departments, corporate fitness centers, and commercial sports businesses.
true
Intramural programs can provide opportunities to officiate, schedule, program, and manage personnel.
true
Many corporate fitness centers provide individually prescribed exercise programs, health appraisals, and stress management workshops.
true
No required national certification program exists for coaches.
true
Opportunities to teach sport skills exist in schools, youth sport programs, public and private health, fitness and sport clubs, and colleges.
true
Physical therapists are governed by a code of ethics.
true
Physical therapists must be licensed in the state in which they practice.
true
Principles are universal rules of conduct that identify what kinds of actions, intentions, and motives are valued.
true
Setting goals helps people articulate their determination to achieve future expectations.
true
Social skills, sales ability, and sports expertise are important credentials for careers in health and fitness clubs.
true
Sport management degrees provide important preparation for administering golf courses, bowling lanes, gymnastics schools, tennis camps, and swimming centers.
true
Students should begin developing and maintaining a resume prior to graduation.
true
The Graduate Record Exam is a type of a graduate entrance or admissions test.
true
The Ph.D. is more research oriented than is the Ed.D.
true
The naturalist believes that physical well-being can enhance a readiness to learn mental, moral, and social skills.
true
The opportunity to be responsible for other people and their performance could be a factor contributing to career choice.
true
Volunteer activities, such as assisting with Special Olympics or tutoring children, are ways that students can participate in experiences related to their future professions and current majors.
true
Youth sport programs provide opportunities for individuals to develop their officiating abilities.
true
