Research methods in physical activity - Thomas, Jerry R.; Nelson, Jack K.; Silverman, Stephen J. (Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2011)
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 -- Historical research in physical activity -- 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
Keywords: Kinesiology, Applied; Physical education and training; Research design; Sports medicine; Motor Activity