ALEX Classroom Resources

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] AK1 (9-12) 7 :

AK-3.2) Research numerous available career fields related to kinesiology.

[PE] AK1 (9-12) 10 :

AK-4.2) Interview an employer in a self-selected career in the field of kinesiology, asking for a copy of the company employee policy manual.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 7 :

AK-3.2) Compare two fields of employment within the realm of kinesiology, and interview professionals in a self-selected career.

Examples: physical education teacher, recreation coordinator, wellness center director

This resource lists many frequently asked questions about the field of kinesiology. Listed in interview style, these questions could be used to ask a professional about their experiences or can be read as a way to better understand the field.

Kinesiology is the scientific study of human or non-human body movement. Kinesiology addresses physiological, biomechanical, and psychological mechanisms of movement. Applications of kinesiology to human health (i.e. human kinesiology) include biomechanics and orthopedics; strength and conditioning; sport psychology; methods of rehabilitation, such as physical and occupational therapy; and sport and exercise. Studies of human and animal motion include measures from motion tracking systems, electrophysiology of muscle and brain activity, various methods for monitoring physiological function, and other behavioral and cognitive research techniques.

   View Standards     Standard(s): [PE] AK1 (9-12) 7 :

AK-3.2) Research numerous available career fields related to kinesiology.

[PE] AK1 (9-12) 8 :

AK-3.3) Analyze consumer health products and programs related to fitness and the impact on different career choices.

[PE] AK1 (9-12) 10 :

AK-4.2) Interview an employer in a self-selected career in the field of kinesiology, asking for a copy of the company employee policy manual.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 7 :

AK-3.2) Compare two fields of employment within the realm of kinesiology, and interview professionals in a self-selected career.

Examples: physical education teacher, recreation coordinator, wellness center director

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 8 :

AK-3.3) Select a career, design a plan of action, and through a media presentation give specifics on qualifications needed to secure a job in the field.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 11 :

AK-4.3) Conduct self-assessment to identify and utilize the potential strengths to support his/her effort in the field of kinesiology.

[PE] AK2 (9-12) 12 :

AK-4.4) Research the types of injuries associated with a self-selected career choice in the field of kinesiology.

Examples: athletic trainer, coach, occupational therapist, physical therapist

Doctors order lots of scans, but it takes a specially trained doctor to figure out what a scan means and diagnose exactly what's going on inside the body. David explains why he thinks the years of study to become a radiologist are worth it.