Correlates of Learning in Introductory Biomechanics

Characteristics hypothesized to be related to learning in introductory biomechanics classes were examined. Data from a 2003 national study were supplemented by additional instructor-reported data about experience, tests, laboratory hours, and average course-related expenditures. The number of credit...

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Published in:Perceptual and motor skills 2009-04, Vol.108 (2), p.499-504
Main Authors: Knudson, Duane, Bauer, Jeff, Bahamonde, Rafael
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biomechanical Phenomena - physiology
Biomechanics
Biophysics - education
Curriculum
Educational Measurement
Humans
Hypotheses
Learning
Personality Inventory
Physical education
Problem-Based Learning
Students - statistics & numerical data
Studies
Surveys and Questionnaires
Teaching - economics
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Summary:Characteristics hypothesized to be related to learning in introductory biomechanics classes were examined. Data from a 2003 national study were supplemented by additional instructor-reported data about experience, tests, laboratory hours, and average course-related expenditures. The number of credit hours of the course (r = .15) and money spent by departments on laboratory classes per year (r = -.18) were significantly and uniquely correlated with learning. Increasing credit hours from 3 to 4 with laboratory experience doubled learning. The results supported national standards for a 4-credit course and an emphasis on conceptual understanding rather than quantitative problem-solving. Researchers should seek to confirm these results as well as explore whether contact hours or the nature of laboratory learning experiences contribute to this effect.
ISSN:0031-5125
1558-688X
DOI:10.2466/pms.108.2.499-504