Wuest, Deborah A.

Foundations of physical education, exercise science, and sport / Deborah A. Wuest, Charles A. Bucher. - 15th edition - Boston : McGraw-Hill, c2006. - xv, 583 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents

Part. I. Nature and scope of physical education, exercise science, and sport
1. Meaning and philosophy
2. Goals and objectives
3. Role in society and in education

Part. II. Foundations of physical education, exercise science and sport
4. Historical foundations
5. Motor behavior
6. Biomechanical foundations
7. Exercise physiology
8. Social foundations
9. Sport and exercise psychology

Part. III. Careers and professional considerations
10. Career and professional development
11. Teaching and coaching careers
12. Fitness and health related careers
13. Sport careers

Part. IV. Issues, challenges and the future
14. Issues and challenges
15. Future trends.

0072972807 (alk. paper) 0071244956 9780071244954


Physical education and training.
Sports.
Physical education and training--Vocational guidance.
Sports--Vocational guidance.

QT 255 W959f 2006