| Description |
xv, 455 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm |
| Contents |
Ch. 1. Introduction to research in physical activity -- Ch. 2. Developing the problem and using the literature -- Ch. 3. Presenting the problem -- Ch. 4. Formulating the method -- Ch. 5. Ethical issues in research and scholarship -- Ch. 6. Becoming acquainted with statistical concepts -- Ch. 7. Statistical issues in research planning and evaluation -- Ch. 8. Relationships among variables -- Ch. 9. Differences among groups -- Ch. 10. Nonparametric techniques -- Ch. 11. Measuring research variables -- Ch. 12. Historical research in physical activity -- Ch. 13. Philosophic research in physical activity -- Ch. 14. Research synthesis (meta-analysis) -- Ch. 15. The survey -- Ch. 16. Other descriptive research methods -- Ch. 17. Physical activity epidemiology research -- Ch. 18. Experimental and quasi-experimental research -- Ch. 19. Qualitative research -- Ch. 20. Completing the research process -- Ch. 21. Ways of reporting research |
| Summary |
"Research Methods in Physical Activity, Fifth Edition, is arranged in four parts that systematically guide readers through the research process. The textbook is packaged with useful ancillaries, including a product-specific Web site, instructor guide, test package, and presentation package. This removes the fear and confusion often associated with the research process and shines a light on all the aspects of research that readers need to know - whether it's reading, understanding, planning, carrying out, writing, or presenting research."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 432-447) and indexes |
| Subject |
Physical education and training -- Research.
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Health -- Research.
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Recreation -- Research.
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Dance -- Research.
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| Author |
Nelson, Jack K.
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Silverman, Stephen J.
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| LC no. |
2005005754 |
| ISBN |
0736056203 hardcover |
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