Research methods in physical activity /
Thomas, Jerry R.
Research methods in physical activity / - 6th ed. - Leeds : Human Kinetics, 2011. - xiii, 457 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Introduction to research in physical activity -- Developing the problem and using the literature -- Presenting the problem -- Formulating the method -- Ethical issues in research and scholarship -- Becoming acquainted with statistical concepts -- Statistical issues in research planning and evaluation -- Relationships among variables -- Differences among groups -- Nonparametric techniques -- Measuring research variables -- Historical research in physical activity -- Philosophic research in physical activity -- Research synthesis (meta-analysis) -- Surveys -- Other descriptive research methods -- Physical activity epidemiology research -- Experimental and quasi-experimental research -- Qualitative research -- Mixed-methods research -- Completing the research process -- Ways of reporting research.
Includes biblioraphical references (p. 435-444) and indexes.
This new edition covers a broader variety of disciplines including exercise science, kinesiology, movement studies, physical education, sport science and sport studies.
9780736089395 9780736089395: £49.95 073608939X
Recreation--Research.
Dance--Research.
Health--Research.
Physical education and training--Research.
613.71072 / THO
Research methods in physical activity / - 6th ed. - Leeds : Human Kinetics, 2011. - xiii, 457 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Introduction to research in physical activity -- Developing the problem and using the literature -- Presenting the problem -- Formulating the method -- Ethical issues in research and scholarship -- Becoming acquainted with statistical concepts -- Statistical issues in research planning and evaluation -- Relationships among variables -- Differences among groups -- Nonparametric techniques -- Measuring research variables -- Historical research in physical activity -- Philosophic research in physical activity -- Research synthesis (meta-analysis) -- Surveys -- Other descriptive research methods -- Physical activity epidemiology research -- Experimental and quasi-experimental research -- Qualitative research -- Mixed-methods research -- Completing the research process -- Ways of reporting research.
Includes biblioraphical references (p. 435-444) and indexes.
This new edition covers a broader variety of disciplines including exercise science, kinesiology, movement studies, physical education, sport science and sport studies.
9780736089395 9780736089395: £49.95 073608939X
Recreation--Research.
Dance--Research.
Health--Research.
Physical education and training--Research.
613.71072 / THO