Research Methods for Sports Studies

Research Methods for Sports Studies is a comprehensive textbook that provides a grounding in qualitative and quantitative research for students studying sport and physical activity. It is designed to be a complete and self-contained companion to any research methods course and is richly illustrated with sport-related case studies and examples. The fourth edition has been revised and updated and includes expanded coverage of key topics such as online research, data visualisation, image analysis, source evaluation, mixed methods, and the philosophical foundations of research. It also includes new material on the challenges of researching during a pandemic and reflects on the importance of diversity and inclusion.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 362 pages
Publication date: 01 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Research Methods for Sports Studies is a comprehensive, engaging, and practical textbook that provides a solid foundation in qualitative and quantitative research for students pursuing programs related to sport and physical activity.

The book guides the reader step-by-step through the entire research process, from identifying a research question and collecting and analyzing data to writing and presenting the research report. It is richly illustrated throughout with sport-related case studies and examples from around the world.

Research Methods for Sports Studies is designed to be a complete and self-contained companion to any research methods course and contains a wealth of useful features, such as highlighted definitions of key terms, all-new case studies from active researchers, and practical research exercises.

Now in its revised and updated fourth edition, and in full color for the first time, the book features expanded coverage of key topics such as online research, data visualization, image analysis, source evaluation, mixed methods, and the philosophical foundations of research. It also includes new material on the challenges of researching during a pandemic and reflects on the importance of diversity and inclusion, from feminist and indigenous methodologies to increased diversity of cases and researcher voices.

This is an essential read for any student undertaking a dissertation or research project as part of their studies in sport, exercise, and related fields, including sport management, sport development, the sociology of sport, sport marketing, sport-related tourism, sport coaching, physical education, and other similar degrees.

Additional online material is available for students and instructors, including web links, multiple-choice revision questions, PowerPoint slides.

Weight: 622g
Dimension: 297 x 236 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032017525
Edition number: 4 ed