This is the first research methods book to focus entirely on physical education and youth sport.ampampampnbspIt guides the reader through the wholeampampampnbspresearch process from the first steps to completion of a dissertation or practicebased project and introduces key topics such as formulating a research question qualitative approaches quantitative approaches mixed method research literature review case studies survey interviews and focus groups data analysis writing the dissertation. Each chapter includes a full range of useful pedagogical features including chapter summaries practical activities case studies dialogues with active researchers and guidance on further reading and resources. With contributions from some of the worlds bestknown researchers in the field this book is indispensible reading for all students and professionals working in physical education youth sport sports coaching and related subjects.