Measurement and Evaluation in Human Performance, Sixth Edition With
HKPropel Access, guides students through the essentials of collecting
and analyzing data of human performance and using that data in practical
application. Introductory algebraic concepts are combined with the
technological capabilities of Microsoft Excel and IBM's SPSS software to
aid students in calculations and data analysis. Focusing on the core
concepts of reliability and validity of data, the text provides all the
necessary tools for evidence-based decision making to apply in
kinesiology, sport and exercise science, physical therapy, allied
health, physical education, health, and fitness.
The sixth edition of Measurement and Evaluation in Human Performance
has been reorganized to offer a logical progression of information that
makes it easy for instructors and students to apply the content to their
specific courses and career goals. It is enhanced with added expertise
from new coauthor Weimo Zhu, an internationally known scholar in
Kinesmetrics who served as the chair of the Measurement and Evaluation
Council of SHAPE America. The amount of information on physical activity
assessment has been increased across all chapters, and the text includes
new content about sport video analysis apps, employment-related testing,
and more.
The text is divided into four parts. Part I introduces the concepts of
measurement and evaluation and their importance for decision making in
human performance. Part II explains the use of statistics as core tools
and resources for these evaluations and explains the various forms of
statistical procedures often used in measurement. Part III presents
reliability and validity from theoretical, comprehensive, and
criterion-referenced perspectives. Skills gained through previous
sections are applied to human performance issues such as evaluating a
person's aerobic capacity or muscular strength. Part IV applies all of
the content from the previous sections to practical settings where
students will use the knowledge gained in the text, covering topics like
fitness assessment, performance assessment, motor behavior, and sport
and exercise psychology.
To enhance student comprehension and retention, related online learning
aids are delivered through HKPropel. Sample data sets allow students
to practice data analysis, as do a wide range of study and practice
activities. Chapter quizzes may be assigned to students by instructors
and are automatically graded within HKPropel. In addition, Mastery
Item sidebars throughout the text include problems and activities that
test student knowledge, while Measurement and Evaluation Challenge
sidebars provide scenarios that can be evaluated with the information
from the chapter.
Measurement and Evaluation in Human Performance, Sixth Edition,
continues to provide students with the tools and confidence they will
need to gather reliable data, analyze it, and apply it in their work
with clients.
Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all new print
books.
