Dr. Xiaofen Hamilton

Biography

Xiaofen D. Hamilton is a Professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Texas at Austin. With a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Dr. Hamilton specializes in advanced quantitative research methods, particularly within the context of physical education and health-related fitness. Her research interests include measurement and assessment in physical activity settings, fitness education, health-related fitness knowledge, and the promotion of healthy lifestyles among university students. Dr. Hamilton's work often emphasizes the integration of technology in teaching physical education and promoting physical activity among college students. She has a strong background in education, holding both a B.S. and an M.S. in Education from Beijing Sports University. Her extensive research has contributed significantly to the fields of fitness education and technology in physical education teacher education.

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