| Description |
xvii, 550 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm |
| Summary |
"Introduction to Kinesiology: Studying Physical Activity Third Edition, explains the evolving discipline of kinesiology, demonstrating how its many subject areas integrate into a unified body of knowledge. Engaging and jargon-free, this outstanding foundational text also introduces students to the available job prospects and areas of study and professional practice in kinesiology." |
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"Introduction to Kinesiology orients and prepares students for in-depth studies in their a reas of interest. The broad scope of this text acknowledges students' diverse interests and aspirations in teaching and coaching, professional, and scholarly career tracks. Within the text, top kinesiologists expand discussion of physical activity beyond exercise, sport, or health-related activity in order to broaden conceptions of physical activity and the potential contributions of kinesiology. Professional profiles, chapter objectives, key points, chapter summaries, study questions, activities, and a glossary help students navigate the content during the course and beyond." |
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"The third edition also introduces an exciting new learning feature, the online student study guide, with 139 interactive activities. Integrated with the text, the study guide allows students to experience content through multiple dimensions. They can explore and review chapter information using matching, drag-and-drop, ranking, Web searches, and audio- and video-based scenarios. Instructor ancillaries, including an instructor guide, PowerPoint presentation package and image bank, and test package, are also available."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 511-530) and index |
| Subject |
Kinesiology.
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Kinesiology, Applied.
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| Author |
Hoffman, Shirl J., 1939-
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| LC no. |
2008022745 |
| ISBN |
0736076131 (hard cover) |
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9780736076135 (hard cover) |
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0736080252 (e-book) |
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