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Step by step essential guide for sports science students

Many students fear and loathe research methods classes, which conjure up images of musty, dusty books; boredom; and confusion. Students have a welcome surprise waiting for them with Research Methods in Physical Activity as the book effortlessly guides them through the research process.

The book introduces readers to statistics and measurement in a sports science research context with helpful practical examples and goes through the various approaches.

This latest edition helps readers understand the complete research process, providing the practical research tools and insight into both traditional and alternative methods, as well as the following additions:

• major revision to the content on qualitative research
• new contributions to the chapters on historical, epidemiology, and philosophic research
• how to write research reports
• case studies of relevant graduate studies.

Jerry R. Thomas, EdD, is professor and chair of the department of health and human performance at Iowa State University. Besides writing the previous editions of the book, Thomas has authored more than 200 publications, 87 of which are data-based refereed publications, with numerous contributions in research methods.