Carol C. Riddick & Ruth V. Russell

Organized in a step-by-step format, Research in Recreation, Parks, Sport, and Tourism will provide you with the basic practices and techniques required to carry out and monitor a small-scale research investigation. Previously titled Evaluative Research in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Settings, this new edition has the following New Learning Features:

The writing and presentation styles have been dramatically altered in the new edition. Each chapter now leads off with an orientation outline and relevant quote. Furthermore, as a trigger device, important words and concepts are bolded and italicized. Six new “feature boxes” have also been added:

-Case Study illustrates a point by citing research or a real world example.
-Something to Remember underscores an important point.
-Idea provides straightforward, practical, “how to” advice.
-Your Research presents an opportunity for applying chapter materials to planning your own research project.
-Review and Discussion Questions assists in determining mastery of chapter content.
-Exercises contain activities that complement and expand upon chapter material.

Table of Contents:
Part I: Overview
Part II: Getting Started
Step 1: Decide on a Topic
Step 2: Review the Literature
Step 3: Identify Theoretical Underpinnings
Step 4: Develop a Scope of Study
Step 5: Explain Study’s Significance
Part III: Developing a Plan
Step 6: Select a Sample
Step 7: Choose a Design
Step 8: Consider Measurement
Step 9: Specify Data Collection Methods
Step 10: Addressing Ethical Responsibilities
Step 11: Seek Proposal Approval
Part IV: Implementing the Study
Step 12: Conduct a Pilot Test
Step 13: Prepare for Data Collection
Step 14A: Analyze Quantitative Data
Step 14B: Analyze Qualitative Data
Part V: Reporting the Research
Step 15: Present Results Using Visual Aids
Step 16: Prepare a Written Report
Step 17: Deliver an Oral Report
Part VI: Mise en Scène