Key Concepts in Sports Studies
- Stephen Wagg - Leeds Metropolitan University, UK
- Belinda Wheaton - The University of Waikato, New Zealand
- Carlton Brick - University of the West of Scotland, UK
- Jayne Caudwell - University of Brighton, UK
SAGE Key Concepts series
Sociology of Sport
Written by experienced academics use 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.
This is a useful addition to web-based key concept reference material. The book is clearly written and accessible, making it suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate students in sports studies.
Useful but not very relevant to my current newly structured teaching.
Not suitable for mental health nursing students, although a very interesting text
Some students have to get used to the scholarly language (english is not their native tongue) but it challenges them and is very useful to define concepts and to see an overview of the literature on the subject. I would have liked more attention paid to health, ableness and physical education.
This is a really useful, concise introductory text to numerous key concepts in sport studies. It will be a useful text for anybody new to, especially, the sociology of sport at degree level.
a very worthwhile overview to many of the critical issues within sport, and a good start point for level one students.
Good general overview of key sociological concepts. Some explanations students may find confusing.
A highly useful and informative text providing a broad range of key information on contemporary sports issues.
This is a useful and highly accessible guide to the key concepts and terminology in the field of sports studies. Students can easily locate relevant information and should find this an invaluable reference resource as they embark upon a Sports Studies degree programme, and throughout the course.
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