Sport Exercise And Social Theory

Author : Gyozo Molnar
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136476393
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sport, Exercise and Social Theory written by Gyozo Molnar and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why are sport and exercise important? What can the study of sport and exercise tell us about wider society? Who holds the power in creating contemporary sport and exercise discourses? It is impossible to properly understand the role that sport and exercise play in contemporary society without knowing a little social theory. It is social theory that provides the vocabulary for our study of society, that helps us ask the right critical questions and that encourages us to look for the (real) story behind sport and exercise. Sport, Exercise and Social Theory is a concise and engaging introduction to the key theories that underpin the study of sport, exercise and society, including feminism, post-modernism, (Neo-)Marxism and the sociological imagination. Using vivid examples and descriptions of sport-related events and exercise practices, the book explains why social theories are important as well as how to use them, giving students the tools to navigate with confidence through any course in the sociology of sport and exercise. This book shows how theory can be used to debunk many of our traditional assumptions about sport and exercise and how they can be a useful window through which to observe wider society. Designed to be used by students who have never studied sociology before, and including a whole chapter on the practical application of social theory to their own study, it provides training in critical thinking and helps students to develop intellectual skills which will serve them throughout their professional and personal lives.

Author : Earl Smith
Publisher : Human Kinetics
ISBN 13 : 0736075720
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sociology of Sport and Social Theory written by Earl Smith and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2010 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sociology of Sport and Social Theory presents current research perspectives from major sport scholars and leading sociologists regarding issues germane to the sociology of sport while addressing traditional and contemporary sociological theories.

Author : Richard Giulianotti
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 0230523188
Total Pages : 252 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sport and Modern Social Theorists written by Richard Giulianotti and published by Springer. This book was released on 2004-08-03 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sport and Modern Social Theorists is an innovative and exciting new collection. The chapters are written by leading social analysts of sport from across the world, and examine the contributions of major social theorists towards our critical understanding of modern sport. Social theorists under critical examination include Marx, Weber, Durkheim, Adorno, Gramsci, Habermas, Merton, C.Wright Mills, Goffman, Giddens, Elias, Bourdieu and Foucault. This book will appeal to students and scholars of sport studies, cultural studies, modern social theory, and to social scientists generally.

Author : S Alexander Haslam
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1529738393
Total Pages : 615 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The New Psychology of Sport and Exercise written by S Alexander Haslam and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2020-08-17 with total page 615 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ′The Roger Federer, the Steffi Graf, the Usain Bolt of all books about the psychology of sport, packed with insight and wisdom’ - Brian Viner, Sports writer and author of Pelé, Ali, Lillee, and Me This is the first textbook to explore and explain the contribution of social groups and social identity to all aspects of sports and exercise — from leadership, motivation and communication to mental health, teamwork, and fan behaviour. In the context of increasing recognition of the importance of group processes for athletic performance, engagement in exercise and the business of sport, this book offers a new way of understanding, researching and practicing sport and exercise psychology Written by an international team of researchers at the cutting edge of efforts to apply social identity principles to the world of sport and exercise, this will be an essential resource for students, teachers and practitioners who are keen to be at the forefront of thinking and practice.

Author : Gyozo Molnar
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136476407
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.02/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sport, Exercise and Social Theory written by Gyozo Molnar and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-07 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why are sport and exercise important? What can the study of sport and exercise tell us about wider society? Who holds the power in creating contemporary sport and exercise discourses? It is impossible to properly understand the role that sport and exercise play in contemporary society without knowing a little social theory. It is social theory that provides the vocabulary for our study of society, that helps us ask the right critical questions and that encourages us to look for the (real) story behind sport and exercise. Sport, Exercise and Social Theory is a concise and engaging introduction to the key theories that underpin the study of sport, exercise and society, including feminism, post-modernism, (Neo-)Marxism and the sociological imagination. Using vivid examples and descriptions of sport-related events and exercise practices, the book explains why social theories are important as well as how to use them, giving students the tools to navigate with confidence through any course in the sociology of sport and exercise. This book shows how theory can be used to debunk many of our traditional assumptions about sport and exercise and how they can be a useful window through which to observe wider society. Designed to be used by students who have never studied sociology before, and including a whole chapter on the practical application of social theory to their own study, it provides training in critical thinking and helps students to develop intellectual skills which will serve them throughout their professional and personal lives.

Author : Ron Woods
Publisher : Human Kinetics Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1492593850
Total Pages : 465 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Social Issues in Sport written by Ron Woods and published by Human Kinetics Publishers. This book was released on 2020 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social Issues in Sport, Fourth Edition, explores common questions and issues about sport and its relation to society through various sociological and cultural lenses. The text is grounded in practical application and provides social theories through which students may examine real-world issues

Author : Nick J. Watson
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000175162
Total Pages : 181 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sport, Physical Education, and Social Justice written by Nick J. Watson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-09-01 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This interdisciplinary collection explores the nexus of social justice and sport to consider how sport and physical education can serve as a unique point of commonality in an era of religious, political, economic, and cultural polarity. Originally published as a special issue of Quest, Sport, Physical Education, and Social Justice offers timely theoretical perspectives from the fields of theology, philosophy, psychology, and sociology. The volume demonstrates the multiple ways in which sport can be used to overcome inequalities and marginalization relating to gender, race, disability, religion, and sexuality, and posits sports education as a powerful mechanism for addressing school-based issues including bullying, racism, and citizenship education. Truly international in scope, the text includes contributions from scholars addressing issues in both formal and informal sports education settings, communities, and locales. Sport, Physical Education and Social Justice will be of interest to researchers, scholars, policy makers and advocates in the fields of education, psychology, sociology, and religious studies.

Author : Joseph Maguire
Publisher : Human Kinetics
ISBN 13 : 1492582573
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Social Sciences in Sport written by Joseph Maguire and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2014-01-02 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social Sciences in Sport presents discipline-specific knowledge in the social sciences, which aids in understanding the problems and potential of contemporary sport practices and experiences. This interdisciplinary reference provides in-depth coverage of sport studies and 14 social sciences, drawing connections across these disciplines to illuminate key issues and illustrate possibilities for change. Written by leading figures in the social sciences, the book synthesizes theory and research in social science and sport into four distinct areas: • Identity, which discusses individual development and ethical considerations from history, philosophy, and psychology • Community, which considers anthropology, sociology, geography, and media studies when looking at sport in social groups • Capital, which draws research in status, wealth, power, and resources from economics, political science, and international relations • Governance, which discusses the enhancement of sport through law, social policy, management studies, and education Organized around these topics into four parts, this reference places sport in the broader social sciences, showing where researchers in kinesiology and other disciplines can augment their knowledge base. Noting the range of issues and concerns in today’s sport environment, readers will analyze the potential of a human development model in sport studies. Editor Joseph Maguire and an esteemed team of contributors present the evolution of sport in various social sciences. A stage-setting introduction explains the relevance of a social scientific perspective on sport and physical activity, and part introductions outline many relationships between the social sciences and sport. Chapters include a historical overview of the discipline or subject area, the core concepts and main theoretical perspectives in that area of expertise, critical findings, and the contemporary debates that characterize sport. Equipped with the social scientific knowledge and new perspectives from this essential collection, students and practitioners will be able to navigate classic and emerging issues in sport. Whether readers are social scientists considering sport as a subject of study or sport studies scholars attempting to make connections with the broader disciplines, Social Sciences in Sport promotes development of and through sport.

Author : Robyn L. Jones
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135260060
Total Pages : 480 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Sociology of Sports Coaching written by Robyn L. Jones and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2010-11-26 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sports coaching is a social activity. At its heart lies a complex interaction between coach and athlete played out within the context of sport, itself a socio-culturally defined set of practices. In this ground-breaking book, leading international coaching scholars and coaches argue that an understanding of sociology and social theory can help us better grasp the interactive nature of coaching and consequently assist in demystifying the mythical ‘art’ of the activity. The Sociology of Sports Coaching establishes an alternative conceptual framework from which to explore sports coaching. It firstly introduces the work of key social theorists, such as Foucault, Goffman and Bourdieu among others, before highlighting the principal themes that link the study of sociology and sports coaching, such as power, interaction, and knowledge and learning. The book also outlines and develops the connections between theory and practice by placing the work of each selected social theorist alongside contemporary views on that work from a current practicing coach. This is the first book to present a critical sociological perspective of sports coaching and, as such, it represents an important step forward in the professionalization of the discipline. It is essential reading for any serious student of sports coaching or the sociology of sport, and for any reflective practitioner looking to become a better coach.

Author : Robert Pitter
Publisher : Human Kinetics
ISBN 13 : 1450468659
Total Pages : 322 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sociocultural Issues in Sport and Physical Activity written by Robert Pitter and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2022-05-18 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work explores the intersections between modern physical activity and society. It applies social theory to a broad range of physical activities such as sports, fitness, dance, weightlifting, and others. "This book is an introduction to the social and cultural issues that society tackles when its members are physically active. It emphasizes the promotion of healthy individuals and a healthy body in the many movement settings where the body is active. This book takes a contemporary approach to physical culture to include not just sport but also fitness, dance, aerobics, weight training and more. The authors take a community approach to understanding the factors involved in crafting a healthy society. The aut