TEXTBOOKS

• Vincent, William J. Statistics in Kinesiology, 2nd Ed. Human Kinetics Pub., Champaign, IL., 1999.

• Miller, David K.  Measurement by the Physical Educator, WCB McGraw-Hill Publishing Company, 1998. (This book is also used in KIN 403)

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

• Explain and define essential principles of measurement and evaluation in Kinesiology.
• Discuss basic concepts relating to classification of data, samples and populations, hypothesis testing, and probability statements.
• Compute from raw data, and interpret the results of:
• Frequency distributions
• Measures of central tendency (Mode, Median, Mean)
• Measures of variability (Range, IQR, Std. Dev.)
• Standard Scores (Z, %, T, Stanines)
• Correlation coefficients (r and )
• Dependent and Independent t tests

• Define, explain the importance of, and compute validity, reliability, and objectivity coefficients for any measuring instrument.
• Identify and evaluate standard tests of fitness including muscular strength and endurance, aerobic capacity, flexibility, and body composition.
• Describe methods of measuring fitness parameters for individuals with disabilities.
• Identify and evaluate standard tests of basic motor abilities including balance, power, agility, speed, and reaction time.
• Define and interpret norms and criterion references from national and teacher made tests.
• Define and describe the differences between quantitative, qualitative, and authentic assessment techniques.
• Identify and explain principles for development of course objectives.
• Identify and explain general principles for construction of written tests.
• Identify and explain the value and use of several methods of grading.

NOTE: PLUS/MINUS GRADING WILL BE USED. (190 = A, 185 = A-, 175 = B+, 165 = B- etc).