Thomas, Jerry R. <br/><br/>
Research methods in physical activity / 
Jerry R. Thomas, Jack K. Nelson, Stephen J. Silverman. 
 - 7th ed. 
 - Champaign, IL :  Human Kinetics,  2015. 
 - xv, 479 p. :  ill. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references and indexes. 
<br/><br/>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 -- Sociohistorical process in sports studies -- 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. 
<br/><br/> "Research Methods in Physical Activity, Seventh Edition, offers step-by-step information for every aspect of the research process, providing guidelines for conducting and compiling research so that students feel capable and confident."--Publisher's website. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781450470445 (hbk.) 1450470440 (hbk.) 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Physical education and training --Research.<br/>Health--Research.<br/>Recreation--Research.<br/>Dance --Research.
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>GV361  / .T46 2015