The Sage Dictionary Of Sports Studies

Author : Dominic Malcolm
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 184920540X
Total Pages : 306 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Sports Studies written by Dominic Malcolm and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2008-03-27 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ′...a welcome addition to the literature in the rapidly expanding field of sports studies. It is up to date, comprehensive, and well and clearly written. Though primarily sociological in its orientation, it will help students -postgraduate and undergraduate alike and their teachers as well - to establish connections between the various sub-disciplines and guide them to sources which will enable them to probe issues more deeply... It is a beautifully crafted book and is sure to be a hit with students and their teachers. It would not surprise me in the least, however, if it appealed to sports lovers more generally... It is a tour de force and I recommend it unreservedly′ - Eric Dunning, Professor in Sociology, The Centre for the Sociology of Sport, University of Leicester Sports studies is one of the fastest growing fields in higher education today. The SAGE Dictionary of Sports Studies brings a timely, much-needed and comprehensive tool for all students in this multi-disciplinary field. Each entry provides a basic definition, a guide to research themes and a clear account of the relevance of the concept in understanding sport. Not only indispensable for quick clarification of terms, it will give students a springboard for more in-depth research and critical analysis. It offers: " Cross referencing to assist critical thinking " A list of key readings for each entry " Expert definitions drawn from sociology, history, psychology, economics, management and business, politics and policy, physical education and health, and research methods. " Concise, student-friendly and authoritative entries. Covering sociology, history, psychology, politics, business, physical education, health and research methods, The SAGE Dictionary of Sports Studies provides the first one-stop reference guide for all students who study the social aspects of sport.

Author : Dominic Malcolm
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1473902916
Total Pages : 500 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Sports Studies written by Dominic Malcolm and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2008-03-27 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ′...a welcome addition to the literature in the rapidly expanding field of sports studies. It is up to date, comprehensive, and well and clearly written. Though primarily sociological in its orientation, it will help students -postgraduate and undergraduate alike and their teachers as well - to establish connections between the various sub-disciplines and guide them to sources which will enable them to probe issues more deeply... It is a beautifully crafted book and is sure to be a hit with students and their teachers. It would not surprise me in the least, however, if it appealed to sports lovers more generally... It is a tour de force and I recommend it unreservedly′ - Eric Dunning, Professor in Sociology, The Centre for the Sociology of Sport, University of Leicester Sports studies is one of the fastest growing fields in higher education today. The SAGE Dictionary of Sports Studies brings a timely, much-needed and comprehensive tool for all students in this multi-disciplinary field. Each entry provides a basic definition, a guide to research themes and a clear account of the relevance of the concept in understanding sport. Not only indispensable for quick clarification of terms, it will give students a springboard for more in-depth research and critical analysis. It offers: " Cross referencing to assist critical thinking " A list of key readings for each entry " Expert definitions drawn from sociology, history, psychology, economics, management and business, politics and policy, physical education and health, and research methods. " Concise, student-friendly and authoritative entries. Covering sociology, history, psychology, politics, business, physical education, health and research methods, The SAGE Dictionary of Sports Studies provides the first one-stop reference guide for all students who study the social aspects of sport.

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ISBN 13 : 019921381X
Total Pages : 529 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Author : Stephen Wagg
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1446202259
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.58/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Key Concepts in Sports Studies written by Stephen Wagg and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2009-09-14 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by experienced academics used to teaching the subject this book will help students and researchers find their way within the diverse field of sport studies. Clear, well researched entries explain the key concepts in the debates surrounding the social significance and social dynamics of sport. Each entry provides: • Clear Definitions • Relevant Examples • Up-to-date Suggestions for Further Reading • Informative Cross-Referencing Valuable in its parts and indispensable as a whole this book will provide a stimulating, practical guide to the relationship between sport and society. Stephen Wagg is Professor of Sport and Society at Leeds Metropolitan University. Carlton Brick lectures in the School of Sciences at the University of the West of Scotland in Paisley. Belinda Wheaton is a Senior Research Fellow in the Chelsea School, University of Brighton. Jayne Caudwell is a Senior Lecturer in the Chelsea School, University of Brighton.

Author : Tony Blackshaw
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1446202321
Total Pages : 274 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Leisure Studies written by Tony Blackshaw and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2009-09-14 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is Leisure Studies? Who are the key figures in the field? How can we evaluate the relevance of concepts in the field? This is the first full length Dictionary of Leisure Studies. It examines the key concepts, assesses the work of central figures and helps students zero-in on essential issues and conceptual distinctions. The Book: • Provides an unprecedented critical survey of the field • Offers students authoritative, comprehensive accounts of the basic concepts and leading figures • Provides students with core resources to write essays and pass exams Written by teachers experienced with the needs of undergraduates and postgraduates in the field, the book will be quickly recognized as a vital asset in making sense of Leisure Studies.

Author : Alan Tomlinson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780191726859
Total Pages : 516 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A dictionary of sports studies written by Alan Tomlinson and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a definitive A-Z guide to sports studies, containing over 1,100 authoritative entries. This wide-ranging dictionary covers the social, political, economic, and cultural theory of sport and includes biographies, web links, and appendices.

Author : Richard Thorpe
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1849203415
Total Pages : 314 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Qualitative Management Research written by Richard Thorpe and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2007-12-19 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ′This comprehensive work extends general ideas, concepts, and techniques of qualitative research into the realm of management research...This is a crucial reference tool for anyone conducting research in this field of study′ - CHOICE With over 100 entries on key concepts and theorists, the Dictionary of Qualitative Management Research provides full coverage of the field, explaining fundamental concepts and introducing new and unfamiliar terms. This book provides: - Definitions - Examples in the field of management studies - Criticisms and possible future directions Engagingly written by specialists in each area, this dictionary will be the definitive and essential companion to established textbooks and teaching materials in qualitative management research.

Author : Luiz Moutinho
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1412935296
Total Pages : 371 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Quantitative Management Research written by Luiz Moutinho and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2011-02-09 with total page 371 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electronic Inspection Copy available for instructors here A must-have reference resource for quantitative management researchers, the Dictionary contains over 100 entries covering the fundamentals of quantitative methodologies; covering both analysis and implementation and examples of use, as well as detailed graphics to aid understanding. Every entry features: -An introduction to the topic, -Key relevant features, -A worked example, -A concise summary and a selection of further reading suggestions -Cross-references to associated concepts within the dictionary

Author : Chris Barker
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 9780761973416
Total Pages : 238 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Cultural Studies written by Chris Barker and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2004-06-09 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains over 200 entries on key concepts and theorists of cultural studies.

Author : Duncan Cramer
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 9780761941385
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.8X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Statistics written by Duncan Cramer and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2004-06-09 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The SAGE Dictionary of Statistics provides students and researchers with an accessible and definitive resource to use when studying statistics in the social sciences, reading research reports and undertaking data analysis.