Key Concepts in Sports Studies

 

The book takes the reader on a journey of discovery though issues such as amateurism, commodification, consumption, culture, globalisation and the ′Olympism′ philosophy of life, as well as the politics, policy, power and social dynamics that underpin the sporting world. With an excellent choice of examples to illustrate the concepts, backed up by informed writing, this book will make an invaluable resource and reference for students of sport studies. But it will be an equal good read for everyone who has an interest in sports-related issues, competition, health, fitness and wellbeing. -- Garry McGurk
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. -- Dr A.E. Knoppers * drupal *
Very useful text - Key Concepts series are proving to be excellent resources for students and have recommended this particular book to students enrolled on undergraduate sociology of sport courses. -- Dr Alexander Channon * drupal *
Useful but not very relevant to my current newly structured teaching. -- Dr Ali Bakir * drupal *
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. -- Dr Daniel Bloyce * drupal *
Good general overview of key sociological concepts. Some explanations students may find confusing. -- Dr Gyozo Molnar * drupal *
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. -- Dr Jacquelyn Allen-Collinson * drupal *
A very good "dip in" text for students who need to understand a specific concept in more depth. The dictionary-style format helps with this. There is scope to use this in my course especially where knowledge of social concepts is relevant. Explanations are useful and would also suit upper level students who require refreshing their knowledge." -- Dr Joanne Hill * drupal *
This is a good text for studuents to dip in and out of. It give them basic knowledge and a guide as to where to start establishing a more comprehensive understanding -- Dr P. David Howe * drupal *
The book does not quite cover the topics I expected. -- Dr Robert Goedegebuure * drupal *
some good key concepts for AQA A-level PE Contemporary and hisatorical issues -- Miss Hanna Storey * drupal *
Slightly too basic with a selection of areas, some useful but lacking range appropriate for level of study -- Miss Leoni Baker * drupal *
A key text for Level 4 and Level 5 undergraduate sports students. -- Miss Lisa Binney * drupal *
a very worthwhile overview to many of the critical issues within sport, and a good start point for level one students. -- Miss Marie-Claire Blundell * drupal *
Key Concepts in Sports Studies is an excellent addition to students′ reading. It places sport in a range of broader contexts and helps undergraduates to make the links between sport and society at large. -- Mr Brian Delaney * drupal *
A highly useful and informative text providing a broad range of key information on contemporary sports issues. -- Mr Philip Shirfield * drupal *
Excellent discussion of the inter-relationship between sport and society. Well referenced and presented, written in a style that will enable comprehension by students and stimulate debate. -- Mr Shane Thurlow * drupal *
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. -- Mrs Alison Cain * drupal *
Not suitable for mental health nursing students, although a very interesting text -- Ms Ann Edwards * drup