Research Methods in Kinesiology and the Health Sciences

Research Methods in Kinesiology and the Health Sciences

Research Methods in Kinesiology and the Health Sciences
Authors: Susan Hall PhD - Dr. Nancy Getchell PhD
ISBN-10: 0781797748
ISBN-13: 9780781797740
Edition: First
Released: 2014-03-04
Hardcover: 385 pages
List Price99

Book Description
Wolters Kluwer Health is pleased to introduce this innovative first edition by acclaimed authors Susan Hall and Nancy Getchell aimed at helping students learn vital research skills in an accessible manner. Designed for introductory research methods courses at the beginning graduate and undergraduate levels, Research Methods in Kinesiology includes all major topics conventionally addressed in introductory research methods texts. Taking a practical approach, this book focuses on topics directly related to development of research proposals, since these topics are most relevant to beginning researchers

With unique chapters on research writing style and matching statistical tools with research protocols, readers will find this book written in a conversational tone intended to make the topic more readily understood by today’s student. Problem-based learning activities help students apply the skills they’ve learned and prepare for actual research. An online suite of ancillaries rounds out this book and provides instructors with additional support in teaching this critical topic.


Table of contents
Part I: Understanding the Research Process
CHAPTER 1: Introduction to Research in Kinesiology
CHAPTER 2: Research Writing Style
CHAPTER 3: Reviewing and Critiquing the Literature
CHAPTER 4: Developing a Research Proposal
CHAPTER 5: Understanding Research Ethics

Part II: Understanding Different Types of Research
CHAPTER 6: Experimental Research
CHAPTER 7: Descriptive Research
CHAPTER 8: Qualitative Research
CHAPTER 9: Other Research Approaches

Part III: Understanding Statistics and Measurement in Research
CHAPTER 10: Basic Statistical Concepts
CHAPTER 11: Finding Relationships among Variables
CHAPTER 12: Finding Differences among Groups
CHAPTER 13: Nonparametric Statistical Tests
CHAPTER 14: Measurement of Variables in Research
CHAPTER 15: Selecting Statistical Tests within Research Designs

Part IV: Understanding How to Effectively Propose and Report Research
CHAPTER 16: Preparing a Research Grant Proposal
CHAPTER 17: Disseminating Research Findings

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