Practical Philosophy of Sport

Name: Practical Philosophy of Sport
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ISBN: 9780873226196

ISBN-10: 0873226194

ISBN-13: 9780873226196

Edition: 1994

Authors: R. Scott Kretchmar

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"Practical Philosophy of Sport is a breakthrough in introductory sport philosophy texts. It's readable, easy-to-understand, and excellent for helping students and professionals in physical education, sport, and exercise science develop values and ethics to guide their careers. The book demystifies philosophy and shows that it can be a useful tool for solving daily professional problems. The text encourages readers to move beyond just reading about or passively listening to philosophy and invites them to "do" it." "Practical Philosophy of Sport helps readers develop professional reasoning skills, find answers to their philosophic questions, and form a personal philosophy of physical…

Book details

List price: $45.00
Copyright year: 1994
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 304
Size: 8.00" wide x 9.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.892
Language: English

Acknowledgments
Preface
Introduction
Getting Started	p. 1
Developing Philosophic Skills	p. 3
Dualism: Bodies Separated From Persons	p. 31
Holism: Bodies United With Persons	p. 67
The Values of Sport, Exercise Science, and Physical Education	p. 89
Sport and the Needs of Society	p. 91
Sport, Dance, and Exercise Values	p. 109
The Extrinsic Value of Fitness, Knowledge, Skill, and Pleasure	p. 135
The Intrinsic Value of Fitness, Knowledge, Skill, and Pleasure	p. 153
Improving Life Through Our Profession: Applications of Philosophic Thinking	p. 177
Making Changes That Matter	p. 179
The Significance of Games and Play	p. 205
Making Sound Ethical Decisions	p. 235
Writing a Personal Philosophy	p. 259
References	p. 267
Photo Credits	p. 272
Index	p. 273
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