Research methods in sport / / Mark F. Smith

• Autore: Smith Mark F.
• Pubblicazione: London, England ; ; Thousand Oaks, California : , : Sage, , [2018]; 2018
• Edizione: Second edition.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (217 pages)
• Disciplina: 796.072
• Soggetto topico: Sports - Research; Sports - Research - Methodology
• 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.--
• Titolo autorizzato: Research methods in sport
• ISBN: 1-5264-3400-8
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910810434403321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II
• Serie: Active learning in sport.