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Qualitative Research for Physical Culture is a practical guide to qualitative research methods in the multidisciplinary field of physical culture.
This innovative, unique and clearly-written book provides a complete one-stop manual to designing, researching and writing an effective research project. The authors identify the '7 Ps' of research which allows the reader to navigate a clear pathway through the research process.
The '7 Ps' are divded into three areas:
Design which examines the
Purpose of using qualitiative methods;
Paradigms of approach; and the
Process of putting together a project
Doing which looks at a range of different methodological
Practices and the
Politics of Interpretation of such approaches
Dissemination which examines the
Presentation of research and the
Promise - how to judge the quality of research
Exploring interviewing, textual analysis, narrative analysis and field methods such as ethnography, case studies and participatory action research, the text also inlcudes invaluable advice on the writing process and how to critically assess the quality of research, and will be invaluable as a teaching tool or essential reference for experienced and inexperienced researchers alike.
Key features of the book include
Boxed text
Guides to further reading
Chapter guides and summaries of key points
Figures and tables throughout
A unique table summarizing the '7 Ps' approach, providing a visual overview of the approach for teachers and researchers
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