This page introduces kinesiology, the scientific study of human movement. It connects anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, and motor control to practical applications in rehabilitation, ergonomics, fitness, and sports performance.
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Reference Material
Recommended Uses:
Reference for individual or group in class discussion/activity and homework
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Stable internet browser
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Identify Major Learning Goals:
After active engagement with the material, the learner will
Explore human movement and its effects on health, wellness, and performance.
Address how the body generates, controls, and sustains movement, as well as the ways physical activity impacts physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Investigates how injuries, diseases, and aging affect mobility and function, providing a foundation for effective interventions and therapies.
Bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering solutions that enhance individual performance and improve societal health outcomes.
Target Student Population:
High School, College General Ed, College Lower Division, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Basic anatomy and physiology would be helpful
Content Quality
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In-depth coverage of content that is informative and well-designed.
Content and concepts are clearly presented in an organized manner.
Connections between aspects of this dynamic are clearly offered.
Concerns:
The material lacks references to support the content.
Adding scholarly references adds credibility to the material.
Questions are asked, and answers are given immediately. So it is more of a one-way telling learners and not interactive.
Questions and answers in a dialogue or interactive form, so learners could check their understanding, would improve the material.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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The teaching-learning goals are easy to identify and addressed within the content, which promotes the potential for learning.
The reference appears to useful for integration into course materials.
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The lack of references for further reading is a gap.
Adding references allows learners to read further and improves credibility.
The only option is for learners to read; the lack of engagement or meeting the needs of auditory and tactile learners is a barrier to identifying potential effectiveness.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
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The reference is easy to use with a clear and consistent layout.
Site and links are in good working order.
Images include alt text.
Text is selectable.
Sequential heading levels are set up for screen readers.
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