DESCRIPTION:
Measurement and Evaluation in Human Performance, Fourth Edition, introduces students to tests and measurements as well as statistical decision making and interpretation with regard to human performance problems in the areas of kinesiology, physical education, health, and fitness.
CONTENTS:
Part I. Introduction to Tests and Measurements in Human Performance
Chapter 1. Concepts in Tests and Measurement
Chapter 2. Using Technology in Measurement and Evaluation
Part II. Basic Statistical Concepts
Chapter 3. Descriptive Statistics and the Normal Distribution
Chapter 4. Correlation and Prediction
Chapter 5. Inferential Statistics
Part III. Reliability and Validity Theory
Chapter 6. Norm-Referenced Reliability and Validity
Chapter 7. Criterion-Referenced Reliability and Validity
Part IV. Human Performance Applications
Chapter 8. Developing Written Tests and Surveys
Chapter 9. Physical Fitness and Activity Assessment in Adults
Chapter 10. Physical Fitness and Activity Assessment in Youth
Chapter 11. Assessment of Sports Skills and Motor Abilities
Chapter 12. Psychological Measurements in Sports and Exercise
Chapter 13. Classroom Grading: A Summative Evaluation
Chapter 14. Performance-Based Assessment: Alternative Assessments for Measurement and Evaluation
