{"product_id":"evaluation-in-sport-and-leisure-9780367423704","title":"Evaluation in Sport and Leisure","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis book critically assesses evaluation theory and practice in sport and leisure, exploring established and emerging forms, typologies, issues, contexts, and processes. It examines the relationship between evaluation, context, and evaluator, highlighting power relationships and encouraging the reader to challenge accepted methodologies while acknowledging the importance of evaluation and evidence for understanding the social impact and value of sport and leisure. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 224 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12 August 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taylor \u0026amp; Francis Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive book delves into a critical evaluation of evaluation theory and practice in the realm of sport and leisure, encompassing both established and emerging forms of evaluation. It explores various typologies, issues, contexts, and processes, while also posing questions about how evaluation practice can be enhanced in the future. The book aims to uncover the complexities and tensions inherent in selecting and implementing evaluation strategies, examining the interplay between evaluation, context, and evaluators to understand the rationale behind specific approaches. It also sheds light on the influence of power relationships on the evaluation process and the individuals involved. By encouraging readers to challenge conventional methodologies, the book recognizes the paramount importance of evaluation and evidence in understanding the social impact and value of sport and leisure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a valuable resource for students, researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and individuals with a keen interest in sport, leisure, society, sport and leisure management, policy, or development. It provides a comprehensive and insightful examination of evaluation in the sport and leisure context, contributing to our understanding of the sector and its role in promoting well-being and social change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 610g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780367423704\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44104141734138,"sku":"9780367423704","price":147.56,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1660937432838_book.jpg?v=1661254175","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/evaluation-in-sport-and-leisure-9780367423704","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}