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Research methods in physical activity /

by Thomas, Jerry R.
Additional authors: Nelson, Jack K. | Silverman, Stephen J.
Edition statement:4th ed. Published by : Human Kinetics, (Champaign, IL :) Physical details: xiii, 449 p. : ill, ports. ISBN:9780736089395 (hard cover); 073608939X (hard cover). Year: 2001
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

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 validity -- Historical research in physical activity -- Philosophic research in physical activity -- Research synthesis (meta-analysis) -- The survey -- 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.

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