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Intro to Sports and Exercise Science Midterm
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Exercise Science | Scientific analysis of exercise or physical activity, specifically how people’s movements develop and change across their lifespan and further expand their understanding of how people learn motor skills |
| Exercise Physiology | study of the effects of various physical demands, particularly exercise, on the structure and function of the body. Subdiscipline |
| Sports Medicine | concerned with the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries. Subdiscipline |
| Sport Biomechanics | applies the methods of physics and mechanics to the study of human motion and the motion of sport objects. Subdiscipline |
| Sport Philosophy | Encompasses the study of the nature of reality, the structure of knowledge in sport, ethical and moral questions, and the aesthetics of movement. Subdiscipline |
| Sport History | critical examination of the past, with a focus on events, people, and trends that influenced the development and direction of the field. Subdiscipline |
| Sport and Exercise Psychology | uses principles and scientific methods from psychology to study human behavior in sport. Subdiscipline |
| Motor Development | studies the factors that influence the development of abilities essential to movement. Subdiscipline |
| Motor Learning | study of changes in motor behavior that are primarily the result of practice and experience, specifically the effect of content, frequency, and timing of feedback on skill learning. Subdiscipline |
| Sport Sociology | study of the role of sport in society, its impact on participants in sport, and the relationship between sport and other societal institutions. Subdiscipline |
| Sport Pedagogy | study of teaching and learning in school and nonschool settings. Subdiscipline |
| Adapted Physical Activity | concerned with the preparation of teachers and sport leaders to provide programs and services for individuals with disabilities. Subdiscipline |
| Sport Management | encompasses the many managerial aspects of sport including personnel management, budgeting, facility management, and programming. Subdiscipline |
| Health | Concerns itself with the total well-being of the individual, encompassing physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual health. Allied field |
| Recreation & Leisure | Self-chosen activities that provide a means of revitalizing and refreshing one’s body and spirit. Allied field |
| Dance | A physical activity and performing art that gives participants, of all ages, an opportunity for aesthetic expression through movement. Allied field |
| Philosophy | The pursuit of truth through the systematic investigation of reality, knowledge, meanings and values. “the love of wisdom” |
| Metaphysics | Addresses the ultimate nature of reality; what is real and exists. Branch of philosophy |
| Epistemology | Examines the nature and acquisition of knowledge. Branch of philosophy |
| Logic | Focuses on the examination of ideas in an orderly and systematic way and how ideas relate to each other. Branch of philosophy |
| Axiology | Examines society’s aims and values. Branch of philosophy |
| Ethics | Concerned with issues of right and wrong, responsibility, and standards of conduct. Branch of philosophy |
| Aesthetics | Studies the nature of beauty and art. Branch of philosophy |
| Idealism | The mind interprets events and creates reality; values and ideals are absolute and universally shared. Emphasis on character development, using reason, and importance of values; i.e. youth sports coach and fitness leader. Major philosophy |
| Realism | The physical world is the real world, governed by the laws of nature; truth revealed by science. Emphasis on a person’s total development, physical activity plays a major role; i.e. coaches. Major philosophy |
| Pragmatism | Individual’s life experiences define truth; what works for you, now. Emphasis on social responsibility, problem-solving, individuals’ needs and interests, development of individuals’ social skills, and cooperation; i.e. rec director. Major philosophy |
| Naturalism | Reality and life are governed by the laws of nature: the individual is more important than society. Emphasis on self direction, individualized learning and competition against oneself; i.e. physical educators. Major philosophy |
| Existentialism | Reality is determined by an individual’s experiences. Emphasis on creativity, individuality, self-responsibility and self-awareness; i.e. sports psychologist. Major philosophy |
| Humanism | Humans are most important. Emphasis on personal growth, self-actualization and the development of values; considers individual’s feelings, needs, goals, capabilities and limitations. Major philosophy |
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