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Joseph Mintah, Ed.D.
Program Director, Master of Science in Physical Education; Associate Professor of Graduate Physical Education
School of Education
Phone: (626) 815-6000 Ext. 5213
Fax: (626) 815-5084
Email: jmintah@apu.edu
Profile
Joseph Mintah's, Ed.D., interest is scientific basis of physical education and sport. His teaching model uses guided discovery and inquiry learning to unearth the abilities and talents of students. He is currently conducting research in authentic assessment in physical education.
Education
Ed.D.,Curriculum and Instruction in Physical Education - University of Northern Iowa
M.A.,Physical Education - University of Northern Iowa
B.A., Physical Education - University of Cape Coast, Ghana
Professional/Scholarly Presentations
Publications
Mintah, J.K. (2006). Belief in self-talk and dynamic balance performance. Athletics Insight. The Online Journal of Sport Psychology, 8(4).

Mintah, J. K. (2003). What Coaches Can Learn from Athlete Perceptions. Strategies: A Journal for Physical and Sport Educators, 16(5).

Mintah, J. K. (2003). Authentic Assessment in Physical Education: Prevalence of Use and Perceived Impact on Students' Self-concept, Motivation, and Skill Achievement. Measurement in Physical Education and Exercise Science, 7(3), 161-174

Expertise
Physical Education
Sports Education
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