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HPELS Faculty & Staff Ming-Kai Chin Ph.D., MBA  

Professor

School of Health, Physical Education & Leisure Services
 Secretary General
Asian Council of Exercise & Sports Science (ACESS)
http://www.acess.org


Address:
203 Wellness/Recreation Center

University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0241

 

Office: 247 WRC

Phone: (319) 273-6412

Fax: (319) 273-5958

 

Email: ming-kai.chin@uni.edu

Biography

Dr. Ming-kai Chin received his Ph.D. in exercise physiology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA in 1985 and was the Head, Sports Science at the Hong Kong Sports Institute from 1987 - 1995. He was also the former Head ( 1998 - 2000 ) at the Department of Physical Education and Sports Science, Hong Kong Institute of Education from 1995 -2005 and is a Professor, School of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services (HPELS), University of Northern Iowa, USA. His research interests lie in the fields of human performance, physical activity, health and fitness, IT and Problem-based Learning in teaching and learning. An editor of 6 books and author of over 120 publications in scientific and sports journals in English and Chinese, Dr. Chin has given over 90 keynote and invited presentations, and over 70 paper presentations in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific Region. He was the recipient of the first Wild and White Visiting Scholar Award ( 2002 - 2003 ) at the University of Northern Iowa; Fellow of AIESEP and Research Consortium of AAHPERD and is one of the four Founding Members; Past President (2005-2008), Secretary General of Asian Council of Exercise and Sports Science (ACESS); Editor-in-Chief of Asian Journal of Exercise and Sports Science (AJESS) and the former Course Director of Sports Science, Hong Kong Olympic Academy, Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong-China.

 

Education

Ph.D. University of Wisconsin-Madison (Exercise Physiology ) (1985)

 

MBA. Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (Master of Business Administration) (1996)

 

M.Ed. Springfield College (Administration in Physical Education & Sport) (1978)

 

B.Sc. University of Tennessee - Knoxville (Physical Education) (1977)

 

Teacher Certificate. Northcote College of Education (Physical Education) (1971)

 
Selected Publications (Books)

•  Chin, M.K., Hensley, L., Cote , P., Chen, S.H. (Eds.) (2004). Global Perspectives in the Integration of Physical Activity, Sports, Dance and Exercise Science in Physical Education: From Theory to Practice . Hong Kong : Contemporary Development Company. 507.

 

• Chin, M.K., Hensley, L., Liu, Y.K. (Eds.) (2001 ). Innovation and Application of Physical Education and Sports Science for the New Millennium - An Asia-Pacific Perspective. Hong Kong : Contemporary Development Company. 561.

 

• Chin, M.K., Deng, S.X., Cheung, W.M. (Eds.). (2000). Teaching of Physical Education: Innovative Directions in the New Millennium. Hong Kong : Galaxy Publishers. 264. (in Chinese)

 

• Fu, F.F., Chung, P.K., Chin, M.K. (Eds.) (1998). Physical Education in Higher Education in China towards the 21st Century. Hong Kong: Hong Kong Baptist University. 308. (in Chinese)

 

• Fu, F.F., Chung, P.K., Chin, M.K. (Eds.) (1998). Physical Education in Higher Education in China towards the 21st Century. Hong Kong: Hong Kong Baptist University. 308. (in Chinese)

 

Selected Publications (Refereed/Reviewed Professional Articles)
•  Chow, C.C., Chin, M.K., Mok, M.C., Edginton, C.R., Li, X.Y., Wong, W.S & Tang, M.S.
      (2009). Generic Skills Promotion with the Influence of Participation of the Life-wide Learning model- 2008 Camp Adventure Youth Services Program in Hong Kong. World Leisure Journal, 51(4), 239-253.

      •  Chin, M.K., Edginton, C.R., Mok, M.C., Tang, M.S., & Masterson, C. (2009). Obesity Prevention, Physical Activity, Diet and Physical Education in Schools - Current Research, Challenges and Best Practice in the Asia-Pacific Context. Proceeding of 12 th World Sport for
      All Congress on " Sport for All- for Life " organized by the Olympic Council of Malaysia, International Olympic Committee (IOC), World Health Organization (WHO) and General Association of International Sports Federations (GAISF), Genting Highlands, Malaysia, 3-6 November, 2008, 25-39.

•  Edginton, C.R., Sobral, F., Faro, A., & Chin, M.K. (2009). Exploring the Impacts of a Contextually Based, Total Immersion Graduate Program with a Focus on Teaching Physical Education with an Emphasis on Technology. Fitness and Performance Journal (in press).

 

•  Edginton, C.R., Kirkpatrick, B., Schupach, R., Philips, C., Chin, M.K., & Chen, P. (2009). A Dynamic Pedagogy of Physical Education Teacher Preparation: Linking Practice with Theory. Asian Journal of Physical Education and Recreation (in press).

 

•  Edginton, C.R, Chin, M.K., & Henshall, G. (2008). World Leisure Congresses and World Leisure rRgional Conferences: A Strategy for Marketing and Program Development. World Leisure, 51(3), 84-85.

 

•  Edginton, C.R, Wong, W.S., Chin, M.K., Tang, M.S., & Chow, C.C. (2007). 2006 Camp Adventure(tm) in Hong Kong: Toward an Integrated Model of Leisure, Health, Physical Activity, Sport and Generic Skills in Education. Journal of Physical Education & Recreation (Hong Kong), 13(2), 22-36.

 

• Chin, M.K., Mok, M.C., & Yan, Z. (2007). The Effectiveness of Problem-based Learning (PBL) on Academic Self-Confidence and Generic Competence in Exercise Physiology for Pre-Service Teachers in Physical Education. In: Tiemann H, Schimdt-Gotz Erika, Schulz S, (Eds.) International and Interdisciplinary Perspectives of Modern Sport Sciences. Schorndorf: Hofmann Verlag, 335-362.

 

• Chin, M.K., Su, X.O., Edginton, C.R., & Zhou, T. (2007). The Sports For All Strategies in Guangzhou : An Integrated Model of Leisure, Sports and Health in China in the 21 st Century. World Leisure, 49 (3), 155-165.

 

• Parizkova, J., Chin, M.K., Chia, M., & Yang, J.Z. ( 2007 ). An International Perspective on Obesity, Health and Physical Activity: Current Trends and Challenges in China and Asia. Journal of Exercise Science and Fitness, 5 (1), 7 - 23 .

 

• Chin, M.K., Yang, J.Z., Girandola, R.N., Ding, K., & Peek-Asa, C. (2006). Prevalence of Obesity and Body Composition in Hong Kong School Children. Journal of Exercise Science and Fitness, 4 (2), 85-95.

 

• Chin, M.K., Ooi, F.K., & Girandola, R.N. (2006). A Comparison of Body Fat Measurement by BODPOD, Skinfolds and Three Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis Techniques in Chinese College Students. International Journal of Physical Education. XLIII (2), 77-84.

 

• Chin, M.K., & Ooi, F.K. ( 2005 ). Physical Activity, Eating Habits, and Percent Body Fat of Hong Kong College Students. The Journal of the International Council for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport and Dance. XLI (1), 48-51.

 

• Chin, M.K. ( 2004 ). Case Studies in Physiological Assessment and Nutritional Supplement of Elite Athletes - From Theory to Practice. Proceedings of the International Conference for the 20 th Anniversary of School of Physical Education in University of Ulsan : Well-being and Physical Exercise. Korea : The University of Ulsan. 13-26.

 

• Chin, M.K., Mok, M.C., & Chung, J.W. ( 2004 ). Enhancing Self-Confidence of Physical Education Student Teachers Using Problem-based Learning. Proceedings of II International Conference for Physical Educators (ICPE 2004 ): Global Perspectives in the Integration of Physical Activity, Sports, Dance and Exercise Science in Physical Education: From Theory to Practice. Hong Kong : The Hong Kong Institute of Education. 345-359.

 

• Girandola, R., & Chin, M.K., ( 2004 ). Incidence of Obesity in American School-age Children: Causes and Solutions. Proceedings of II International Conference for Physical Educators ( ICPE 2004 ): Global Perspectives in the Integration of Physical Activity, Sports, Dance and Exercise Science in Physical Education: From Theory to Practice. Hong Kong: The Hong Kong Institute of Education. 183-192.

 

• Girandola, R., & Chin, M.K., ( 2004 ). The Efficacy of Drugs, Diets and Surgery in the Treatment of Obesity. Proceedings of II International Conference for Physical Educators (ICPE 2004 ): Global Perspectives in the Integration of Physical Activity, Sports, Dance and Exercise Science in Physical Education: From Theory to Practice. Hong Kong : The Hong Kong Institute of Education. 61-72.

 

• Chin, M.K., Yang, J.Z., & Masterson, C. (2003). Connection Between Physical Education and Physical Best in Hong Kong: An Alternative New Model of Innovative Teaching Health-Related Fitness in Asia. The Journal of the International Council for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport and Dance. 39 (3), 60-64.

 

• Chin, M.K. (2003). Connection of the New Education Reform and the 2002 Physical Education Immersion Program ( Jiangsu - China ) of The Hong Kong Institute of Education : Reflections and Suggestions. Journal of Physical Education & Recreation ( Hong Kong ). 9(2), 8-18. (in Chinese).

 

• Ooi, F.K., Chin, M.K., &. Singh, R. (2003). Physical Activity, Percent Body Fat and Eating Habits Between Hong Kong and Malaysian College Students. International Journal of Physical Education. XL (3), 95-102.

 

• Parizkova, J., & Chin, M.K. (2003). Obesity Prevention and Health Promotion During Early Periods of Growth and Development. Journal of Exercise Science and Fitness. 1(1), 1-14.

 

• Chin, M.K. (2001). The Integration and Application of Sport Science in Physical Education - An Asia - Pacific Perspective. International Journal of Physical Education. 38(4), 161-172.

 

• Chin, M.K. ( 2001 ). Connections Between Physical Education and Sports Science in the New Millennium: A Bridge Too Far? Proceedings of 2000 International Conference for Physical Educators (ICPE 2000 ): Innovation and Application of Physical Education and Sports Science for the New Millennium - An Asia - Pacific Perspective. Hong Kong : The Hong Kong Institute of Education. 21-34.

 

• Gao X., Chin M.K., Girandola R., & Liu, Y.K. (2001). The Effects of Diet and Supplements on a Male World Champion Lightweight Rower. Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness. 41(2), 223-228.

 

• Girandola R., & Chin, M.K. ( 2001 ). Body Composition: An Update on Older and Current Technology. Proceedings of 2000 International Conference for Physical Educators (ICPE 2000 ): Innovation and Application of Physical Education and Sports Science for the New Millennium - An Asia - Pacific Perspective. Hong Kong : The Hong Kong Institute of Education. 177-182.

 

• Yin, H.Z., Yang, H.Z. & Chin, M.K. (2000). Experiment Research on How EnShi TM Improves Attention of Primary and Middle School Students. Psychological Science. 23(3), 350-351. (in Chinese).

 

• Chin, M.K., & Yang, J.Z. ( 2000 ). Physical Best in Hong Kong . Journal of Suzhou University . 8, 57-62. (in Chinese)

 

• Chin, M.K., Yang, J.Z., et al. (2000) Developing Physical Educators' Competencies in the Next Millennium -- the First National Sports Skills and Academic Knowledge Competition for Physical Education Major Students in China . Journal of Beijing University of Physical Education. 23(1), 70-72. (in Chinese).

 

• Ding, X.Q., Zhang, C.Y. & Chin, M.K. (1999). Research on How MC2 StudyTM Reduces the Mental Fatigue and Improves the Imagination Ability of Elite Athletes. Journal of Sports Science and Technology. 36(1), 14-16. (in Chinese).

 

• Girandola, RN; Park, SY; Newell A; Matter R; & Chin, MK. ( 1999 ). Validity of Bioimpedance and Futrex in Predicting Body Composition in College Age Students. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 31 ( 5 ), Suppl. 390.

 

• Yang, J.Z., Li, X.H.,Chin, M.K., Girandola, R., & Deng, X.S. (1999). The Fitness for All Program Leading China into the 21st Century. Journal of the International Council for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Sport and Dance. 15(2), 18-23.

 

• Zhang, Y. W. & Chin, M.K. (1999). Water and Electrolyte Balance in Elementary and Secondary Physical Education Students in a Hot Environment Journal of Physical Education & Recreation ( Hong Kong ), 5(2), 49-54. (in Chinese).

 

• Chin, M.K., Deng, S.X., Huang, H.S., Chow, P.Y., Liu, Y.K., Li, W.M., Liu, S.Z., & Huang, JH. ( 1998 ). Responses of Current Physical Education Teachers in Hong Kong and China as to the Academic Curriculum Preparation: A Possible Guide for the 21 st Century. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. 69, Suppl., A- 86.

 

• Chin, M.K., Deng, S.X. & Chow, P.Y. (1998). An Investigation of the Model of Training of Secondary Physical Education Teachers from Hong Kong and China in the 21st Century. Sports Science . 18(6), 12-15. (in Chinese).

 

• Liu, Y.K., Yang, J.Z. & Chin, M.K. (1998). A New Direction of Games Teaching: Theory and Development of Teaching Games for Understanding. China Journal of School Physical Education. 3, 28-29. (in Chinese).

 

• Yang, J.Z., Chin, M.K., Girandola, R., Deng S.X., & Li, X.H. ( 1998 ). Improving Physical Fitness in China : Problems and Solutions. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. 69, Suppl., A- 49.

 

• Chin, M.K. ( 1998 ). The Application of Sports Physiology in Coaching Science - Can it be Specific? In: Lin WL. (Ed.). Proceedings of 1998 International Coaching Symposium. Taiwan : Chinese Culture University, 63 - 73.

 

• Zhang, L.W., Chin, M.K. & Ding, X.Q. (1998). Interference Experiment of Hemispheric Function and its Implication in Teaching in Physical Education School Physical Education Science. 2, 73-76. (in Chinese).

 

• Chin, M.K.& Yang, J.Z (1997). Physical Activity, Maximal Growth Potential and Optimal Health in Early Life - an International Perspective. Journal of Ecological Economy & Energy Development. 9(3), 60-67. (in Chinese).

 

• Chin, M.K. & Yang, J.Z (1997). Current Research in Child Obesity and Its Related Factors. China Journal of School Physical Education. 6, 49-50. (in Chinese).

 

• Chin, M.K. ( 1997 ). The Integration and Implication of Sports Science in Competitive Sports and Physical Activity in China and Hong Kong . In: Walkuski JJ, Wright SC, Tan KS, (Eds.) Proceedings of AIESEP (International Association for Physical Education in Higher Education) . Singapore : Nanyang Technological University, 36 - 42.

 

• Li, CT., Chin, M.K., So, CH. , & Chan, KM. ( 1997 ). A Profile of the Musculoskeletal Characteristics and Flexibility of a Group of Young Professional Dancers in Hong Kong . Hong Kong Journal of Sports Medicine and Sports Science. 3, 21 - 27.

 

• Wong, PS., So, C.H., Chan, KM., & Chin, M.K. ( 1996 ). Isokinetic Trunk Muscle Performance Characteristics of Normal Chinese Young Adults. Hong Kong Journal of Sports Medicine and Sports Science. 2, 42 - 48.

 

• Chin M.K., Wong S.K., So C.H., Siu T.O. & Steininger K. (1995). Sports-Specific Fitness Testing of Elite Badminton Players. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 29(3), 153-157.

 

• Chin M.K., Steininger K, So C.H., Clark C.R. & Wong S.K. (1995). Physiological Profile and Sports-Specific Fitness of Asian Elite Squash Players. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 29(3), 158-164.

 

• King A., Lo Y.S., Chin M. K., Li J.X. & So C.H. ( 1995 ). ECG Abnormalities and Cardiovascular Physiology of Athletic Overtraining. Hong Kong Medical Journal. 1 ( 2 ), 155 - 159.

 

• Suarez C.B.G., Chin M.K., Gilboe D.D., & Yuan, W.Y. ( 1995 ). Overtraining: Metabolic Factors and Exercise-induced Muscle Damage. Hong Kong Journal of Sports Medicine and Sports Science. 1, 5 - 14.

 

• Li C.T., Wu Y., Choi S., Chan K.M., & Chin, M.K. ( 1995 ). Concentric Agonist and Eccentric Antagonist Peak Torque Ratios of the Knees Measured Isokinetically. Hong Kong Journal of Sports Medicine and Sports Science. 1, 66 - 70.

 

• Yuan W.Y., Fan X., Chin M.K. & So C.H. (1995). Hand-eye Co-ordination and Visual Reaction Time in Elite Badminton Players and Gymnasts. New Zealand Journal of Sports Medicine. 23, 19-22.

 

• Chin M.K., So C.H., Yuan W.Y., Li C.T. & Wong S.K. (1994). Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Isokinetic Muscle Strength of Elite Asian Junior Soccer Players. Journal of Sports Medicine & Physical Fitness. 34, 250-257.

 

• Chin M.K., So C.H., Perry C.J., & Wong S.K. (1994). Maximal Aerobic Power of Hong Kong elite lightweight rowers. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 8(2), 86-90.

 

• Chin M.K. ( 1994 ). Sports Science/Medicine Support to Hong Kong Elite Athletes at the Hong Kong Sports Institute. In: Miyashita M., Mutoh Y., & Richardson AB (Eds.): Medicine and Science in Aquatic Sports. Vol. 39 (pp. 24 - 27 ). Basel : Medicine and Sports Science.

 

• So C.H., Siu T.O., Chan K.M., Chin M.K., & Li C.T. ( 1994 ). Isokinetic Profile of Dorsiflexors and Plantar Flexors of the Ankle - A Comparative Study of Elite Athletes Against Untrained. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 28 ( 1 ), 25 - 30.

 

• So C.H., Siu T. O., Chin M.K., & Chan K.M. ( 1994 ). Bilateral Isokinetic Parameters of the Shoulder - A Prediction Model for Young Men. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 29 ( 2 ), 105 - 109.

 

• Chan K.M., Chien P., Wong P.S., & Chin M.K. et al ( 1993 ). From Theory to Practice: A Profile of Sports Medicine & Sports Science at the Hong Kong Sports Institute. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 27 ( 2 ), 79 - 84.

 

• Chin M.K., Lo Y.S., Li X.H., Sham Y.M. & Yuan W.Y. (1992). Obesity, Diet, Exercise and Weight Control - A Current Review. Journal of the Hong Kong Medical Association. 44(3), 181-187.

 

• Chin M.K., Lo Y.S., Li C.T. & So C.H. (1992). Physiological Profiles of Hong Kong Elite Soccer Players. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 26(4), 262-266.

 

• Lo Y.S. & Chin M.K. ( 1991 ). Echocardiographic Left Ventricular Hypertrophy in Chinese Endurance Athletes. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 24 ( 4 ), 274 - 276.