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Assessment in Physical Education

Daily Measurement and Evaluation Alarm Clock Gasoline Gauge Speedometer Meeting New People Opinion of This Class

Types of Assessment Quantitative

Time in one mile run Score on basketball spot shooting test Grade on weight training exam

Qualitative “Excellent” ranking on throwing form Checklist on golf swing Score on gymnastics routine

Test, Measurement, and Evaluation

Test – instrument, protocol, or technique that measures attribute of interest

Measurement – process of collecting data on attribute of interest

Evaluation – process of interpreting the collected measurement to make professional judgment of value or worth

LET’S GIVE IT A TRY

Historical Perspective1860-1900

Edward Hitchcock and Dudley Sargent initially studied anthropometrics and body symmetry.

Around 1880, performance capacities became of interest.

Late in 1800s, physical educators began testing cardiovascular efficiency.

Historical Perspective1900 - 1940 Further refinement of strength testing. Test batteries were developed to

measure endurance of various muscle groups.

In 1920s, new statistical methods were introduced that improved validity of tests. The concept of measuring social skills was also introduced.

Historical Perspective1940 - 1980 World War II prompted national

concern for physical fitness. Kraus –Weber tests compared

American to European youth in 1950s.

In 1960s and 1970s, the development of a scientific knowledge base evolved.

Historical Perspective1980 - Present Decline in PE requirements in schools. Dramatic declines in levels of youth

fitness. Health related fitness testing

emphasized. Demands for accountability increased. Technological advances helped

assessment efforts.

Current Trends Public Health Initiatives Promotion of Physical Activity Problems with Obesity Evaluation Standards for School

Programs Alternative Assessments Rapid Technological Advances Growth of Activity-Based Programs

Assessing Student Performance Diagnosis Classification Achievement Improvement Motivation

Assessing Teacher Performance Assignment of Grades Evaluation of Units of Instruction Evaluation of the Curriculum Teacher Effectiveness Public Relations