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Physical Education and the Study of Sport R.J. Davis

Physical Education and the Study of Sport By R.J. Davis

Physical Education and the Study of Sport by R.J. Davis

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Expanded and updated, this study combines theory - both scientific and socio-cultural - with practical investigations and review questions. This is a useful introductory text for students at a variety of levels.

Physical Education and the Study of Sport Summary

Physical Education and the Study of Sport by R.J. Davis

This text has been designed specifically to meet the needs of the A-level courses (for all examination boards) in Physical Education. Supplemented by a CD-Rom, with 4 colour printing used throughout for the first time, it is a must for students studying Physical Education. A new edition of this book is to publish on the 1st of October. If you would rather pre-order the new edition please follow the link on the left.

Table of Contents

Part One. The Performer in Action. The anatomy of physical performance. Cardio-respiratory systems. Energy for exercise. Training for physical performance. Fitness for life. Biomechanics:linear motion.. The nature and application of force. Rotating systems. Part Two. The Performer as a Person. The nature and classification of skill. Information processing in perceptual-motor performance. Principles of learning and teaching. Psychology of sport performance: individual differences and performance enhancement. Psychology of sport: social influences on performance and mental preparation. Part Three: The Performer in a Social Setting. Important concepts in physical education and sport. Physical education and sport in the United Kingdom. Sociological considerations of physical education and sport. Some contemporary issues in physical education and sport. Physical education and sport on the continent of Europe with particular reference to France. Physical education and sport in Commonwealth countries with particular reference to Australia. Physical education and sport in the United States of America. Physical education and sport in communist and post -communist countries with particular reference to the Soviet Union (Russia). Historical perspectives and popular recreation. Athleticism in 19th century English public schools. The pattern of rational recreation in 19th century Britain. Transitions in English elementary schools.

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GOR004430308
9780723431756
0723431752
Physical Education and the Study of Sport by R.J. Davis
R.J. Davis
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Elsevier Health Sciences
2000-06-30
702
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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