Research Methods in Sport by Mark Smith (English) Hardcover Book

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First edition published 2010 in series Active learning in sport.

FORMATHardcover LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description

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' and academics' research in practice, this book is the perfect guide-by-your-side to have during your own sport research.

Author Biography

Dr Mark F Smith is both an Associate Professor within the School of Sport and Exercise Science and Director of Education within the College of Social Science at the University of Lincoln, UK. Mark holds British Association for Sport and Exercise Sciences Accreditation for pedagogy (Teaching and Learning) having previously held it for over a decade for Sport Science consultancy activity. As a sport scientist with more than 25 years' experience, Mark has worked with a wide range of performers and teams. He has published research in a range of leading international scientific publications and has been on International Editorial Boards for Sport and Exercise science-related research. As a qualified teacher, Mark has taught many aspects of sport science and research methods across a broad range of educational settings for over two decades. His previous textbooks in Research Methods in Sport and Golf Science have a global audience with the latter having been translated into six languages. He has been an external examiner and educational advisor at a wide range of educational institutions both at home and aboard. 

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: The context of sport researchChapter 2: Selecting an appropriate research strategyChapter 3: Systematic review research strategyChapter 4: Experimental research strategyChapter 5: Correlational research strategyChapter 6: Survey research strategyChapter 7: Observational research strategyChapter 8: Case study research strategyChapter 9: Ethnographic research strategyChapter 10: A mixed-research approach to sport

Review

Students of sport often doubt the value of research. This book works to change that mindset. It explains what research is, how sports research is done, and shows how research in sport advances the discipline. -- John Bidewell

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Students of sport often doubt the value of research. This book works to change that mindset. It explains what research is, how sports research is done, and shows how research in sport advances the discipline.

Details ISBN1526423502 Author Mark Smith Year 2017 ISBN-10 1526423502 ISBN-13 9781526423504 Media Book Pages 216 Edition 2nd Imprint Learning Matters Ltd Place of Publication Exeter Country of Publication United Kingdom Format Hardcover DEWEY 796.072 Language English UK Release Date 2017-12-06 NZ Release Date 2017-12-06 Birth 1964 Affiliation Indiana State University, USA Position Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine Qualifications MA, PhD, DipPSA, Publication Date 2017-12-06 Edition Description 2nd Revised edition Alternative 9781526423511 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Series Active Learning in Sport Series Publisher Sage Publications Ltd AU Release Date 2017-12-05 We've got this

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