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Record Nr.

UNINA9910810434403321

Autore

Smith Mark F.

Titolo

Research methods in sport / / Mark F. Smith

Pubbl/distr/stampa

London, England ; ; Thousand Oaks, California : , : Sage, , [2018]

2018

ISBN

1-5264-3400-8

Edizione

[Second edition.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (217 pages)

Collana

Active Learning in Sport Series

Disciplina

796.072

Soggetti

Sports - Research

Sports - Research - Methodology

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references (pages [197]-201) and index.

Nota di contenuto

1. The context of sport research -- 2. Selecting an appropriate research strategy -- 3. Systematic review research strategy -- 4. Experimental research strategy -- 5. Correlational research strategy -- 6. Survey research strategy -- 7. Observational research strategy -- 8. Case study research strategy -- 9. Ethnographic research strategy -- 10. A mixed-research approach to sport -- Glossary -- References -- Index.

Sommario/riassunto

Packed full of essential tools and tips, this second edition is your quick-start guide to undertaking research within real world of sport. Using clear, accessible language, Smith maps an easy-to-follow journey through the research process, drawing upon the most up-to-date evidence and resources to help you select the most appropriate research approach for your project. Throughout the book you will discover: Key points that highlight important definitions and theories; Reflection points to help you make connections between key concepts and your research; Learning activities to put your newfound knowledge into practice; Further reading to explore the wider context of sport research in the real world. Featuring over thirty-five case studies of students{u2019} and academics{u2019} research in practice, this book is the perfect guide-by-your-side to have during your own sport research.--