Chapter 1 - Foundations and Pathways to the Pillars

Question 1

what is kinesiology

Answer 1

the study of the art and science of movement

Question 2

what is human movement?

Answer 2

the change of position of the individual in time/space by the use of energy

Question 3

what are the 4 paradoxes of kinesiology?

Answer 3

1. not taught in secondary schools
2. its a diverse field
3. is a holistic field
4. focus on one area is limiting

Question 4

what are the three strata of human movement?

Answer 4

1. core-scientific domains
2. socio-culturally based forms of movement
3. methods in career applications

Question 5

what are the two specialized movement forms?

Answer 5

1. fundamental motor skills
2. exercise

Question 6

what are the 7 basic motions for sport?

Answer 6

the abilities to catch, hop, jump, kick, skip, run, throw, twirl and walk

Question 7

what are core scientific domains?

Answer 7

the subdisciplines of kinesiology
ex. biomechanics, sport medicine, history of sport and dance, etc.

Question 8

what are some examples of socio-cultural forms of movement?

Answer 8

aquatics,running, team, winter sports. etc.

Question 9

what capacities does exercise build?

Answer 9

strength, cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, flexibility, agility

Question 10

what are guiding principles?

Answer 10

core ideas and concepts that direct/influence a plan of action

Question 11

what are the methods in career applications?

Answer 11

capacity building/resoration, program management/admin, performance enhancement, teaching, research

Question 12

what are the guiding principles for first year kin students?

Answer 12

develop competency skills, become learner-centered, maintain a holistic approach

Question 13

what is a holistic approach?

Answer 13

considers the whole to be a sum of its parts

Question 14

what is NACE?

Answer 14

the National Association of Colleges and Employers

Question 15

what are the 8 NACE career competencies?

Answer 15

critical thinking/problem solving
oral/written comms
teamwork/collaboration
digital technology
leadership
professionalism/work ethic
career management
global/intercultural fluency

Question 16

what is critical thinking?

Answer 16

ability to analyze issue, make decisions and overcome problems

Question 17

what is oral/written communications

Answer 17

ability to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively

Question 18

what is teamwork/collaboration?

Answer 18

ability to adapt and work within group environments

Question 19

what is digital technology?

Answer 19

adaptability to new and emerging technologies

Question 20

what is leadership?

Answer 20

ability to leverage the strengths of others to acheieve common goals

Question 21

what is a competency approach?

Answer 21

emphasizes skill developments

Question 22

what is a learner centered approach?

Answer 22

emphasizes learning rather than course content, uses course content to expand knowledge and improve learning skills

Question 23

what are the five basic principles of the learner centered approach?

Answer 23

the balance of power, the function of content, the role of the teacher, the responsibility for learning, the purpose and process of evaluation

Question 23

what is a teacher centered approach?

Answer 23

focuses on what the teacher does compared to what the students learn

Question 24

holistic approach to physical activity

Answer 24

recognition of the variety of physical activity experiences

Question 25

holistic interpretation of a person

Answer 25

concern about bodies that move and the people in their moving

Question 26

holistic approach to kinesiology

Answer 26

the subdisciplines are interconnected and mutually informing