Research Methods for Sports Studies / 4th Edition

Complete introduction to research methods for any sport or exercise-related degree courseCovers qualitative and quantitative methodsExplores the full research process, from choosing a research question to writing a research reportIncludes international sport and exercise related cases and examples in every chapterStraightforward and engaging but not simplistic; substantial enough for any graduate level courseFully revised fourth edition includes expanded coverage of key and emering topics including online research, data visualisation, image analysis, source evaluation, and mixed methodsFor the first time, the book is full colour throughoutDiversity is a key theme in the new edition, including feminist and indigenous methodologies, and a wider range of international and cultural examples, cases and researcher profilesNew feature showcases leading researchers briefly discussing their own research projects, showing how effective research takes place in practiceCompanion website includes additional teaching and learning materials for students and lecturers