Thomas, Jerry R. creator Nelson, Jack K. Silverman, Stephen J. text bibliography ilu Champaign, IL Human Kinetics 2015 7th ed. monographic eng

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xv, 479 p. : ill. "Research Methods in Physical Activity, Seventh Edition, offers step-by-step information for every aspect of the research process, providing guidelines for conducting and compiling research so that students feel capable and confident."--Publisher's website. 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. Jerry R. Thomas, Jack K. Nelson, Stephen J. Silverman. Includes bibliographical references and indexes. Physical education and training Research Health Research Recreation Research Dance Research GV361 .T46 2015 9781450470445 (hbk.) 1450470440 (hbk.) 210210 ocn884541321