College of Education and Human Development

School of Kinesiology

Emphasis: Perceptual-motor control and learning

Perceptual-motor control and learning focuses upon the perceptual guidance of human movement. Why do we move in the way that we do, and not in some other way? Why do we learn to move in the way that we do, and not in some other way? What is the role of perceptual guidance in the organization and execution of movement, and how is the relationship between perception and movement modulated by learning, by expertise, and among atypically developing populations? Students may focus on one or more specific age periods, such as adolescence, adulthood or aging.

The School of Kinesiology has labs equipped with an array of movement analysis technologies. Additionally, research projects relating to perceptual-motor control and learning also are conducted in off-campus field settings, such as schools, hospitals, and ships at sea.

About our students

Quote from Chris Curry

The various research projects that I worked on prepared me the most for my career as a human factors engineer. I was able to learn a great deal about the scientific process and improve my critical thinking skills by working alongside my advisor.

Chris Curry Kinesiology PhD

Curry is a member of the Affordance Perception-Action Laboratory. He presented his research, “Cybersickness in Virtual Reality: Examining the Influence of the Virtual Environments on Sex Susceptibility,” at SIGGRAPH Asia in the Fast Forward Thesis competition. The competition was held in Brisbane, Australia!

How to apply

Before you apply

Before you apply review the MS/MA vs MEd information. All master's programs are designed to educate students in their chosen degree path and prepare them for professional or academic work. Read through the MS/MA versus MEd comparison page to decide which program is the best fit for you.

It is highly recommended that applicants contact the professor they are interested in working with before applying online. It helps facilitate the application process and familiarizes the professor with applicants and their interests.

Questions?

We’re here to help. Get in touch with our Graduate Studies Office.

Juergen Konczak Juergen Konczak

  • Professor, Biomechanics and Neuromotor Control; Director of Graduate Studies (DGS)
  • 612-624-4370
  • jkonczak@umn.edu

Director, Human Sensorimotor Control Laboratory Director, Center for Clinical Movement Science Faculty, Center for Cognitive Sciences Faculty, Graduate Program in Neuroscience Adjunct Professor of Neurology Director, Human Sensorimotor Control…

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