Research Methods in Sport Studies and Sport Management

<p>Research can be a challenging but rewarding activity. All degree-level students studying sport and all effective professionals working in the sport sector need to have a sound understanding of research methods and how to critically interpret research findings. This broad-ranging in-depth and practical textbook introduces research methods for students on sport-related degree courses outlining the knowledge and practical skills needed to undertake meaningful research and to become a knowledgeable consumer of the research of others.</p><p>The book explores every element of the research process from the fundamental ‘what why and who?’ questions through research plans literature review qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and data analysis to the communication of research results. It offers a critical appraisal of alternative methods including mixed methods as well as clear guidance on how to use each particular method. Every chapter contains test questions and practical exercises detailed case studies a clear chapter summary and extensive guides to further sport-related study resources to enable students to check their understanding and develop extend and apply their practical skills. Step-by-step introductions to the use of the key statistical packages Excel SPSS and NVivo in sport research are included. On-line support materials include some 400 PowerPoint slides and copies of data-sets used in the book.</p><p>With deeper and broader coverage than any other sport-related research methods textbook and a clear focus on ‘how to do it’ <i>Research Methods for Sport Studies and Sport Management</i> is an essential companion for any sport-related degree course.</p>