Data Analysis and Research for Sport and Exercise Science: A Student Guide

by Craig Williams (Author), Chris Wragg (Author)

• New

  Hardcover
  2003

  $203.47

  This title introduces students to the process of conducting independent research in sport and exercise physiology, biomechanics and psychology. The text is divided into three main areas of research and resign, data analysis and the interpretation of findings.

• New

  Paperback
  2003

  $75.32

  Data Analysis and Research for Sport and Exercise Science is tailored to suit undergraduate sports and exercise science students seeking a clear understanding of data and statistics to support their scientific research.

  The text is divided into three main areas: Research and Design, Data Analysis and the Interpretation of Findings. Topics covered in the book include:

  * introduction to the scientific research method
  * the literature review
  * developing your research question and experimental design
  * using statistical analysis to interpret results
  * presentation of your data
  * discussing your results and drawing conclusions.

  Both authors have supervised many student dissertations and have an excellent understanding of the concerns and pitfalls facing those new to this field.