Category: Kinesiology

  • Article

    Arquette, M. (2002). Holistic risk-based environmental decision making: A Native perspective. Environmental Health Perspectives, 110 (2), 259-264. www.ecosensing.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Case-1-Arquette-HolisticRisk-Based-Environmental-Decision-Making.pdf This comprehensive study discusses the benefits of a holistic environmental risk assessment model that is based on Indigenous cultural knowledge when assessing environmental degradation on reserves. With the Akwesasne nation as a case study, this paper examines why current environmental risk-assessment models are inappropriate when applied to Indigenous communities. According to this study, risk assessment methods used by outside investigators remain inadequate. Such methods fail to account for or include a holistic approach to assessing the social, cultural, and spiritual values, beliefs, and practices that link the Akwesasne Mohawks to their environment. Additionally, many community members in Akwesasne believe that concepts of health should include and reflect traditional values, attitudes, beliefs, and practices. As with many Indigenous communities, traditional views of health are integrated making it impossible to consider physical, mental, spiritual, and social well-being in isolation. The study concludes by stating that the integration of traditional attitudes, beliefs, and practices into environmental health definitions, research, and planning is central to achieving healthy individuals, communities, and ecosystems. This approach is consistent with environmental justice. Barre, D. E., Fournie, M., Green, M. E., Hanley, A. J., Harris, S. B., Hayward, M. N., … Zwarenstein, M. (2018). National Survey of Indigenous primary healthcare capacity and delivery models in Canada: the TransFORmation of IndiGEnous PrimAry HEAlthcare delivery (FORGE AHEAD) community profile survey. BMC Health Services Research. Diabetes affects every community, that is not something new. But despite it, this chronic illness is more prominent in Indigenous communities than any other in Canada, 2-5 times higher to be exact. This article focuses on the research team FORGE AHEAD as well Community Profile Surveys (CPS). The research they do is very quantitative in hopes of getting more Indigenous information on this subject out there. They believe that healthcare regarding Indigenous people needs a reform. This includes addressing the root causes of health inequities for Indigenous communities, recognizing Canadas history of colonization, support of self governance, improving patient experience by being culturally sensitive and improving medical transitions. They were inspired by the First Nations Regional Health Survey of 1997 that was created also due to lack of research in the field on Indigenous healthcare. It had 3 phases all the way from 2002-2015. It focused on demographics, community, wellness, early childhood, education, employment/income, nutrition/food security and substance addiction. For the research of FORGE & CPS, the teams collaborated with 6 First Nations communities to create an easy, 8-page long survey to send out to 440 Indigenous communities in Canada. 84 of these communities completed this survey. It was specified in diabetes research and how to improve it. It was a 5-year long program based in the provinces as the territories have different healthcare systems. Research concluded that across the provinces, in Indigenous communities, 83.3% have health centers, 3.6% have a community hospital, 4.8% have no healthcare facility, 40.5% have a diabetes registry, 92.9% have computer access and 94% have internet access. Only 57.1% have on site diabetes services. They did multiple forms of survey testing to get these numbers. This article may only focus on numbers but that is the starting point into showing how steep the problems are. Battle, K. (2007). Child poverty: The evolution and impact of child benefits. In Covell, K., & Howe, R. B. (Eds), A question of commitment: Children’s rights in Canada (pp. 21-44). Wilfrid Laurier University Press. Ken Battle draws on his research as an extensively-published policy analyst, and a close study of some government documents, to explain child benefits in Canada. He outlines some fundamental assumptions supporting the belief that all society members should contribute to the upbringing of children. Drawing on data from Canadas annual Survey of Consumer Finances, the author considers whether each family had one or two parents, the age of single parents, and the number of children in each household. He analyzes child poverty rates in light of these demographic factors. Battles comparison of Canadian child poverty rates to those in other countries provides a useful wake-up to anyone assuming Canadian society is doing a good job of protecting children from want. He attempts to ascertain whether it is currently possible for an individual to live on a minimum wage in America. Taking jobs as a waitress, a maid in a cleaning service, and a Walmart sales employee, the author summarizes and reflects on his work, relationships with fellow workers, and financial struggles in each situation. The author pays particular attention to the National Child Benefit (NCB), arguing that it did not deserve the criticism it received from politicians and journalists. He outlines the NCBs development, costs, and benefits, including its dollar contribution to a typical recipients income. He laments that the Conservative government scaled back the program in favour of the Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB), and clearly explains why it is inferior. However, Battle relies too heavily on his own work; he is the sole or primary author of almost half the sources in his bibliography. He could make this work stronger by drawing from the perspectives of others’ analyses. However, Battle does offer a valuable source for this essay, because the chapter provides a concise overview of government-funded assistance currently available to parents. This offers context for analyzing the scope and financial reality of child poverty in Canada. Lamott, A. (1995). Bird by bird: Some instructions on writing and life. Anchor Books. Lamott’s book offers honest advice on the nature of a writing life, complete with its insecurities and failures. Taking a humorous approach to the realities of being a writer, the chapters in Lamott’s book are wry and anecdotal and offer advice on everything from plot development to jealousy, from perfectionism to struggling with one’s own internal critic. In the process, Lamott includes writing exercises designed to be both productive and fun. Lamott offers sane advice for those struggling with the anxieties of writing, but her main project seems to be offering the reader a reality check regarding writing, publishing, and struggling with one’s own imperfect humanity in the process. Rather than a practical handbook to producing and/or publishing, this text is indispensable because of its honest perspective, its down-to-earth humor, and its encouraging approach. Chapters in this text could easily be included in the curriculum for a writing class. Several of the chapters in Part 1 address the writing process and would serve to generate discussion on students’ own drafting and revising processes. Some of the writing exercises would also be appropriate for generating classroom writing exercises. Students should find Lamott’s style both engaging and enjoyable.
  • Consumer Behavior Project

    -masters level work -plagiarism under 2% -must answer all questions in complete sentences -correct in text citations and references in work shown This video below is about “branding,” but I think it will help you with the market research. We will talk about branding in the future, but it’s important to step back and look at what you buy, and why you buy items (any items-clothes, food, cars etc). For this assignment, you must go to Chapter 4. You will develop a market research (event spectator) survey. I am asking you to develop a survey that you may send to potential consumers visiting your facility. (25 questions) 1. First, I am asking you to describe your facility. (potentially, what facility would you like to manage/create in the future) It should be at least 1-2 pages in length. 2. Second, I am asking you to develop questions that you would send out to your consumers on what you can do to make their experience more enjoyable. (25 questions) This paper should include a title page, your facility description, and your questions. Should you use outside resources, cite your sources. Also, if you work for or at a facility that already has a survey, you may not use it. This assignment is your own work and should be authentic. You may include information from chapt 5/6 if that will assist you. Please submit one document
  • Chapter Review

    -masters level work -must answer each questions in complete sentences -proper in text citations and references -plagiarism under 2% Please answer in full and complete sentences. 1. What are examples of “design of systems and procedures/design of organizational structure” in influence culture? 2. What are examples of “design of facilities/stories, legends, myths/formal statements” in influence culture? 3. What are the modes of communicating in an organizational culture? Please define and give examples (in your slides). 4. What steps can we take if we need to initate a culture change? (list/define/explain….all the things)
  • Creating a Positive Culture

    -masters level work -use YouTube videos to answer questions -correct in text citations and references -must answer all questions in complete sentences -plagiarism under 2% Please watch the videos below and answer each question fully and in your own words. Also, please refer to Figure 4.1 (organizational culture iceberg) and Figure 4.2 (continuum of organizational culture strengh from negative to positive). 1. If you were going to make a written plan for developing or transforming a sport organization (business) of your choice, how would you do it? Please address the following points: -what would you pay attention to first? -what key values would be important or introduced? -who would you include in the culture development process? -how would you embed desired values and expectations into the organization? -how would you measure progress and outcomes?
  • FBE 41

    -masters level work -plagiarism under 2% -complete sentences for each question with great descriptions -proper in text citations and references -put all work in PDF below -subject is Physical Education 9/12 which they were doing activity stations and studying for there unit test -rubric is below TFE 800.41 Rubric TFE 800.41 Rubric Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuestion 1 List at least three specific lesson objectives from your time in the classroom for this field experience. What specific things did the teacher do to meet the objectives? Describe the overall instruction and learning process you observed as well as specific details for each of the three or more objectives. 100 pts Exemplary Provides a thorough list of at least three clear, specific lesson objectives. Offers a detailed explanation of how the teacher met each objective, with concrete examples of instructional strategies, activities, and student responses. Describes the overall instruction process with depth, offering insights into how the teacher effectively facilitated learning and engaged students in meaningful ways. Demonstrates strong understanding of lesson objectives and the teaching strategies used to achieve them. 0 pts No Credit Lists fewer than three lesson objectives or the objectives provided are unclear or irrelevant. Offers little to no explanation of how the teacher worked to meet the objectives, with few or no specific examples. The overall instruction process is poorly described or missing. Shows little to no understanding of how the teacher met lesson objectives. 100 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuestion 2 Describe how you saw the teacher use Blooms Taxonomy over the five hours of class time. Where did they use lower-level and higher-level categories in their teaching and what did they do to allow students to engage in those types of learning? 100 pts Exemplary Provides a thorough and insightful explanation of how the teacher used Blooms Taxonomy, identifying both lower-level (e.g., Remembering, Understanding) and higher-level (e.g., Analyzing, Evaluating, Creating) categories. Clearly describes at least three specific levels of Blooms Taxonomy, with detailed examples of how the teacher engaged students in each level. Demonstrates strong understanding of Blooms Taxonomy and its application in teaching, with clear connections to student learning activities. 0 pts No Credit Provides little to no explanation of how the teacher used Blooms Taxonomy, with unclear or irrelevant examples. Mentions fewer than three levels of Blooms Taxonomy, or the examples provided are vague or unrelated to Blooms framework. Shows little to no understanding of how the teacher used different levels of learning in the classroom. 100 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuestion 3 After observing and interacting in the classroom, what would you do differently in your future classroom to ensure your lesson plans are rigorous and effective? Please make sure to include specific details from the classroom(s) you visited, comparing and contrasting some things that didn’t work well despite the teacher’s plan, with what you think you would do differently in your own classroom. 100 pts Exemplary Provides a thorough and reflective comparison of the observed classroom with specific examples of things that did not work well in the teachers plan. Offers clear, detailed suggestions on what would be done differently in the future classroom to improve lesson rigor and effectiveness. Demonstrates a deep understanding of lesson planning and teaching strategies by addressing areas such as differentiation, student engagement, and assessment. The response is well-connected to observed experiences and future classroom practices, with specific examples showing how changes would be implemented. 0 pts No Credit Provides little to no reflection on classroom observations, with few or no examples of what did not work well. Fails to offer a meaningful explanation of what would be done differently in the future classroom. Shows little to no understanding of how to improve lesson planning or ensure lesson rigor and effectiveness. 100 pts Total Points: 300

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): TFE80041 Interactive Field Based Experience in Planning Learning Part 1-1.docx

    Note: Content extraction from these files is restricted, please review them manually.

  • Assignment 4

    please make it 4.5 pages long, the reference page counts as a page.
  • Assignment #4

    please make sure it is 4.5 pages long at least!
  • ActionPlanKINE

    Please see the attached exercises to answer the following questions. I have briefly answered #2 in Italic…that you can elaborate on in this assignment. Otherwise just as if it was done works for answers here. On a PDF is fine, no header/footer, title page!!

    BACK EXERCISES

    Complete the series of back exercises that are described in this Activity.

    1. Describe how your lower-back area felt at the completion of the exercise session.

    2. Explain how you will fit this exercise regimen into your daily schedule. –I workout 5 days a week with Lacrosse practice-These are not really similair to anything we do however, on lift days we may do something similair to this.

    BACK CARE

    Explain how you will perform the following tasks using proper body mechanics/alignment:

    1. Lifting a garage door to open it:

    2. Lifting a heavy box to put in the back of a station wagon:

    3. Sitting several hours at a desk studying:

    LAB Activity . CHAPTER 8

    249250 A Wellness Way of Life

    4. Driving a car for 5 hours:

    5. Standing/working at a checkout counter for 5 hours:

    6. Sleeping:

    I have also attached the instructions for this assignment from the instructor.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Action Plan For Your Back Excer.pdf

    Note: Content extraction from these files is restricted, please review them manually.

  • Chapter 3-EL

    -masters level work -must answer questions in complete sentences -plagiarism under 2% -proper in text citations and references in completed answers -watch YouTube video below to find answers Please answer each question in complete sentences- 1. Reflect on a situation in which you feel that you were anxious or were stressed by the need to manage the emotions of others. What did you do in this situation and how did it relate to the elements of Emotional Intelligence in this chapter? 2. Review one of the online sports news sites (espn or foxsports.com) and find a recent story that you think relates to EI and leadership (positive or negative). Given the information covered in this chapter, explain why the situation was handled either well or poorly. What recommendations for improvements would yo make or what lessons would you take from this situation? 3. Please watch the video over emotional intelligence by Daniel Goldman. What do you take away from this video? What are the 4 areas he talks about most? How are you going to use this information for your future? (please apply it to a hypothetical situation (own a business, work as the marketing director etc) in the future.
  • Activity 4

    Activity 4 Gait & Lower-Extremity Integration Analysis

    Due Friday, February 27 @ 12:00 PM (Noon)

    Worth: 20 pts

    Instructions:

    Students will analyze a basic gait cycle OR a simple lower-body movement (walking, jogging, stepping up, lateral step, basic jump).

    For their chosen movement, they must identify:

    1. Hip, knee, and ankle joint actions throughout the movement
    2. The plane & axis for each action
    3. The joint type involved
    4. Whether the movement is open- or closed-chain
    5. One common movement error
    6. Which structures (muscle, joint, neural) might cause the error
    7. A brief prescription for improvement (Ch. 1 concept)

    Example for Students:

    Movement: Walking

    • Heel strike dorsiflexion + knee extension + hip flexion
    • Midstance neutral ankle + knee flexion + hip extension
    • Toe-off plantarflexion + knee flexion + hip extension
    • Closed-chain
    • Possible error: Overpronation
    • Correction: Strengthen tibialis posterior, glute med; address footwear

    This assignment ties together Modules 5, 6, and 7 beautifully.