Measurement and evaluation in human performance /
James R. Morrow, Jr., Dale P. Mood, Weimo Zhu, Minsoo Kang
- Sixth edition
- xiv, 505 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Concepts in tests and measurements -- Using technology in measurement and evaluation -- Descriptive statistics and data distribution -- Correlation and prediction -- Inferential statistics -- Reliability and validity -- Criterion-referenced test : cut scores, reliability and validity -- Evaluation : theory and practice -- Developing written tests and surveys -- Assessment of health-related physical fitness -- Assessment of performance-related fitness --Assessment of motor abilities, skills and performance -- Psychological measurements in sports and exercise -- Performance-based assessment : alternative ways to assess student learning.
"This book addresses the fundamentals of collecting and analyzing data of human performance and applying the results to real-life situations. Focusing on the core concepts of reliability and validity of data, the text provides tools for evidence-based decision making that can be applied to physical therapy, allied health professions, kinesiology, sport and exercise science, physical education, health, and fitness"--
9781492599586
2022014957
Physical Education and Training Physical Fitness Monitoring, Physiologic--Methods Athletic Performance