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Item specifics
- Condition
- Release Year
- 2009
- Book Title
- Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation
- ISBN
- 9780736077194
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Human Kinetics
ISBN-10
0736077197
ISBN-13
9780736077194
eBay Product ID (ePID)
77483153
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
200 Pages
Publication Name
Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation
Language
English
Subject
General
Publication Year
2009
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Sports & Recreation
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
28.6 Oz
Item Length
11.3 in
Item Width
8.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
College Audience
LCCN
2009-028331
Dewey Edition
22
Grade From
College Freshman
Illustrated
Yes
Grade To
College Senior
Dewey Decimal
790/.072
Table Of Content
Chapter 1 Investigative Overview Foundational Knowledge for Researchers Benefits of Conducting Research and Evaluation CAPRA Issues Related to Research and Evaluation Benefits of Research and Evaluation for the Professional Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 2 The Research and Evaluation Process Elements of the Scientific Method of Inquiry Elements of the Evaluation Research Process Comparing the Scientific Method of Inquiry Research and Evaluation Research Steps of the Research Process Quantitative and Qualitative Study Designs Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 3 The Research Problem Defining the Research Problem Purpose of the Study Research Questions Quantitative Research Designs Qualitative Research Designs Action Research Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 4 Review of Literature What Is a Review of Literature? Why Conduct a Review of Literature? How to Find Literature Synthesizing the Literature Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 5 Variables and Hypotheses in Study Designs Relationships Variables Hypotheses Measurement Scales Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 6 Ethics in Research Protection From Harm Confidentiality Parental Permission Avoiding Deception Using All Data Avoiding Coercion Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 7 Sampling Defining the Population Sampling Techniques Sampling Issues Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 8 Instrumentation Selecting a Leader Defining the Population Making an Instrumentation Plan Kinds of Data Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 9 Data Collection Tools Data Collection Tools Instrument Selection Instrument Considerations Validity of the Instrument Reliability of the Instrument Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 10 Internal Validity Review of Validity 10 Threats to Internal Validity Validity in Qualitative Designs Reliability Relationship Between Validity and Reliability Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 11 Data Analysis Descriptive Statistics Range Standard Deviation Additional Statistical Analysis Qualitative Data Analysis Conclusion Learning Aids Chapter 12 The Research Report Executive Summary Purpose of the Study Background Methods Results Recommendations Conclusion Learning Aids
Synopsis
The importance of research and evaluation in the park and recreation industry is becoming increasingly evident as agencies are being asked to justify their existence to a variety of stakeholders. By properly evaluating programs, recreation professionals can better understand the impact of their programs and, with data in hand, justify future investments. Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation helps students build the competencies they need in order to meet professional standards. Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreatio n is the only text that integrates research, evaluation, and basic statistical analysis and links these concepts directly to the recreation field. Using a logical format and accessible language, the book provides students with the foundational knowledge they need in order to move through the research process. They'll explore the various types of research commonly used in the field (including qualitative, quantitative, and action research) and then learn about the steps involved in designing a project, from developing the research problem, reviewing literature, and identifying variables and hypotheses to defining the population to study, developing the instrumentation plan, and choosing the appropriate data-collection tools. Then they'll move on to evaluation concepts, including internal validity, data analysis, and reporting methods. The author's approach to the material makes this textbook truly unique. Each chapter builds on the previous one to clearly explain the steps of the research process and show how all of the concepts are interrelated. Students will learn not only why the steps and concepts are important but also how they relate specifically to the field. Each chapter closes with features that help students apply what they've learned: a case study, exercises, and For the Investigator, an ongoing research project that uses a hypothetical recreation survey to give students realistic practice in recreation research. The text contains many other features that will help students better understand and apply the concepts they've learned. Chapter-opening scenarios offer examples of the kinds of research that students might be expected to undertake. Objectives highlight the key points of each chapter, and a glossary offers easy access to definitions of unfamiliar terms. Professional Perspectives sidebars describe real research projects from current professionals with an explanation of the project's importance to the organization. Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation also includes an online student resource (OSR) that provides additional opportunities for students to apply the information they've learned. Students will analyze two scholarly articles--one qualitative and one quantitative--throughout the course based on the concepts learned in each chapter. The OSR also contains a case study for each chapter that can be used in assessing students' comprehension of the concepts covered or as the basis of in-class discussion and exercises to help students better understand and apply the material. In addition, the For the Investigator project appears in the OSR so students can easily download documents and data related to it. Through the practical approach of Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation , students will gain the foundational knowledge they need in order too become confident in using their research and evaluation skills to meet the demands of their profession., The importance of research and evaluation in the park and recreation industry is becoming increasingly evident as agencies are being asked to justify their existence to a variety of stakeholders. By properly evaluating programs, recreation professionals can better understand the impact of their programs and, with data in hand, justify future ......, The importance of research and evaluation in the park and recreation industry is becoming increasingly evident as agencies are being asked to justify their existence to a variety of stakeholders. By properly evaluating programs, recreation professionals can better understand the impact of their programs and, with data in hand, justify future investments. Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation helps students build the competencies they need in order to meet professional standards. Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation is the only text that integrates research, evaluation, and basic statistical analysis and links these concepts directly to the recreation field. Using a logical format and accessible language, the book provides students with the foundational knowledge they need in order to move through the research process. They'll explore the various types of research commonly used in the field (including qualitative, quantitative, and action research) and then learn about the steps involved in designing a project, from developing the research problem, reviewing literature, and identifying variables and hypotheses to defining the population to study, developing the instrumentation plan, and choosing the appropriate data-collection tools. Then they'll move on to evaluation concepts, including internal validity, data analysis, and reporting methods. The author's approach to the material makes this textbook truly unique. Each chapter builds on the previous one to clearly explain the steps of the research process and show how all of the concepts are interrelated. Students will learn not only why the steps and concepts are important but also how they relate specifically to the field. Each chapter closes with features that help students apply what they've learned: a case study, exercises, and For the Investigator, an ongoing research project that uses a hypothetical recreation survey to give students realistic practice in recreation research. The text contains many other features that will help students better understand and apply the concepts they've learned. Chapter-opening scenarios offer examples of the kinds of research that students might be expected to undertake. Objectives highlight the key points of each chapter, and a glossary offers easy access to definitions of unfamiliar terms. Professional Perspectives sidebars describe real research projects from current professionals with an explanation of the project's importance to the organization. Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation also includes an online student resource (OSR) that provides additional opportunities for students to apply the information they've learned. Students will analyze two scholarly articles-one qualitative and one quantitative-throughout the course based on the concepts learned in each chapter. The OSR also contains a case study for each chapter that can be used in assessing students' comprehension of the concepts covered or as the basis of in-class discussion and exercises to help students better understand and apply the material. In addition, the For the Investigator project appears in the OSR so students can easily download documents and data related to it. Through the practical approach of Applied Research and Evaluation Methods in Recreation, students will gain the foundational knowledge they need in order too become confident in using their research and evaluation skills to meet the demands of their profession.
LC Classification Number
GV14.5.B53 2010
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