Equitation Science

A new edition of a highly respected textbook and reference in the rapidly emerging field of equitation science. Equitation Science, 2nd Edition incorporates learning theory into ethical equine training frameworks suitable for riders of any level and for all types of equestrian activity. Written by international experts at the forefront of the development of the field, the welfare of the horse and rider safety are primary considerations throughout. This edition features a new chapter on research methods, and a companion website provides the images from the book in PowerPoint. INDICE: Preface vii .Acknowledgements ix .About the Companion Website xi .1 Introduction The Fascination with Horses and Learning 1 .2 Ethology and Cognition 7 .3 Anthropomorphism and the Human Horse Relationship 45 .4 Non ]associative Learning 59 .5 Associative Learning (Attractive stimuli) 81 .6 Associative Learning (Aversive stimuli) 101 .7 Applying Learning Theory 121 .8 Training 151 .9 Horses in Sport and Work 191 .10 Apparatus 213 .11 Biomechanics 235 .12 Unorthodox Techniques 261 .13 Stress and Fear Responses 273 .14 Ethical Equitation 301 .15 Research Methods in Equitation Science 313 .16 The Future of Equitation Science 331 .Glossary of the Terms and Definitions and of Processes Associated with Equitation 339 .References 357 .Index 393

• ISBN: 978-1-119-24141-6
• Editorial: Wiley–Blackwell
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 416
• Fecha Publicación: 18/04/2018
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés