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Introduction to Physical Education, Fitness, and Sports Book

Build a stronger, more effective program with current best practices and professional tips for teaching PE.
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Elevate your teaching approach with the practical, professional insight this coaching book provides. It features up-to-date content on modern trends and new developments in physical education, making it a great resource for PE teachers, coaches, fitness professionals, and program leaders. With an emphasis on building and maintaining high-quality PE programs, the book also provides real-world solutions to common challenges and barriers. Paperback; 544 pages.

Contents

  • Part I. The Current Context and Evolution of Physical Activity
    • Chapter 1. The Dilemma of Our Times: Life Span Physical Activity and the Obesity Health Crisis
    • Chapter 2. Life Span Physical Activity: A Revolution Not Limited by Age or Gender
    • Chapter 3. The Evolution of Physical Activity Philosophies and Programs
    • Chapter 4. Developing an Infrastructure to Support Physical Activity and Healthy Lifestyles
  • Part II. Physical Education
    • Chapter 5. Basic Concepts of Physical Education
    • Chapter 6. Contemporary Curriculum and Instruction Models
    • Chapter 7. The Physical Education Profession
    • Chapter 8. Exemplary Physical Education Programs
    • Chapter 9. The Future of Physical Education: Problems and Barriers to Overcome
  • Part III. Fitness
    • Chapter 10. Basic Concepts of Fitness and Physical Activity
    • Chapter 11. Fitness and Physical Activity Programs and Professions
    • Chapter 12. Problems and Barriers to Overcome in Fitness
  • Part IV. Sport
    • Chapter 13. Basic Concepts of Sport
    • Chapter 14. Sport Programs and Professions
    • Chapter 15. Problems and Barriers to Overcome in Sport
  • Part V. The Allied Physical Activity Professions
    • Chapter 16. Dance and Dance Education: Concepts, Professions, and Issues
    • Chapter 17. Recreation: Concepts, Professions, and Issues
    • Chapter 18. Health Education: Concepts, Professions, and Issues
  • Part VI. Kinesiology: The Scientific Foundation of Human Movement
    • Chapter 19. The Subdisciplines of Kinesiology That Support Physical Activity Professions