Motor Learning and Development 2nd Edition


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Motor Learning and Development, Second Edition With Web Resource, provides a foundation for understanding how humans acquire and continue to hone their movement skills throughout the life span.




Athletic Movement Skills


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Before athletes can become strong and powerful, they need to master the movement skills required in sport. Athletic Movement Skills covers the underlying science and offers prescriptive advice on bridging the gap between scientist and practitioner so coaches and athletes can work together to achieve dominance.




Movement Skill Assessment


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Intended for occupational therapists, physical therapists, physical education teachers, and adapted physical education teachers. Provides a detailed history of movement skill assessment, its purposes and theoretical underpinnings. Then discusses six levels of movement skill assessment and provides eight in-depth critiques of popular assessment instruments, such as the Test of Gross Motor Development, the Movement Assessment Battery for Children Checklist, and the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR




Fundamental Fun


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Problems in Movement Skill Development


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Selected problems in movement-skill development are highlighted in this book. Some of the topics discussed are cerebral palsy, blindness, mental retardation, apraxia and general movement-skill problems. Each review of a topic is divided roughly into a description of the nature of the problem and an analysis of suggested determinants and influences.




Fundamental Movement Skill Acquisition for Children and Adults with Autism


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This innovative manual sets out advice on fundamental movement skill acquisition (FMS) and its benefits for improving physical, verbal and social skills for people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Improving FMS can help prevent long term health issues, and increase opportunities for social engagement and independence. The book explores the basic skills of movement (running, catching, throwing, and balance) and how to observe, teach and assess FMS in children and adults with ASD. There are sections on how to develop and implement a programme for individuals to guide their personal development, and information on planning and tools for assessment are included. A much needed guide on how to combat impairment of FMS, the book also highlights the numerous benefits of such an approach in relation to behaviour, lifestyle, health and education.




Human Motor Development


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This book provides an overview of human development and includes the relationship between motor development and cognitive and social development. It explores factors affecting development, including effects of early stimulation and deprivation. The book addresses assessment in motor development.




Health and Physical Education


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This text provides an overview of the theoretical underpinnings and skills required to teach health and physical education in Australia.




Practical Sports Coaching


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Practical Sports Coaching is a thorough and engaging guide for all sports coaching students and practitioners. Drawing on real-life case studies and examples, the book is designed to develop practical coaching skills and provides readers with the methods and tools they need to become an expert coach. Structured around all facets of the coaching process, the text comprehensively covers topics such as: preparation for coaching mentoring the philosophy of coaching direct intervention coaching methods the use of modern technology. The book’s practical approach allows the reader to consider common challenges faced by coaches, suggesting solutions to performance concerns and preparing students for the realities of professional sports coaching. A companion website containing presentation slides and useful weblinks makes the book a complete resource for students and lecturers alike. Practical Sports Coaching helps to bridge the gap between theory and practical coaching skills, and is an essential text for coaching students looking to deepen their understanding of sports coaching and experienced coaches developing their own practical skills.