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Research methods in physical activity

Research Methods in Physical Activity, Seventh Edition, systematically guides students through the research process, introducing methods and tools specifically for kinesiology and exercise science disciplines, including the subdisciplines of physical therapy, rehabilitation, and occupational therapy...

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Main Authors: Thomas, Jerry R. (Author), Nelson, Jack K. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Champaign, IL Human Kinetics Publishers 2015
Edition:Seventh edition
Subjects:
Physical education and training > Research
Health > Research
Recreation > Research
Dance > Research
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Table of Contents:
  • 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
  • Sociohistorical process in sports studies
  • 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

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