Reference Sources
- Credo Reference This link opens in a new windowOffers over 3,000,000 reference entries from all the major academic subject areas serving as a great starting point for your research. Includes tons of images, audio files, videos and full-text articles on any topic you can think of with full citations.
- Points of View Reference Center This link opens in a new windowContaining resources that present multiple sides of an issue, this database provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.
Recommended Databases
- Consumer Health Database This link opens in a new windowMagazines and journals covering consumer health topics, such as sports injuries, women's health, food and nutrition, midwifery, eye care and dentistry.
- Biological Science Database This link opens in a new windowResearch on animal behavior, aquatic life and fisheries, biochemistry, ecology, plant science, toxicology, virology, microbiology, health and safety science, entomology, and more.
- A-Z Database List for Recreation and Leisure StudiesThis link takes you to Moye Library's recommended list of databases for RLS students. This list does not include the general library catalog or multi-subject databases like Academic Search Complete.
Library Resources on the Research Process
Developing Effective Research Proposals by Call Number: H 62 P92 2016ISBN: 9781473916371Publication Date: 2016-04-18Lecturers, request your electronic inspection copy. This is your step-by-step guide to success with your research proposal. The new Third Edition covers every section of the proposal, telling you all you need to know on how to structure it, bring rigor to your methods section, impress your readers, and get your proposal accepted. Developing Effective Research Proposals provides an authoritative and accessible guide for anyone tackling a research proposal. It is perfect for students in education, nursing, health, and across the social sciences.
The Literature Review by Call Number: LB 1047.3 M33 2016ISBN: 9781506336244Publication Date: 2016-06-09From daunting to doable in six steps The process of literature search and composing a formal literature review can be intimidating. But masters and doctoral candidates in Education and related fields have found academic argumentation to be seamlessly intuitive with the six-step process pioneered by this book. This updated third edition features a wealth of all-new content including: A flowchart that graphically illustrates Machi and McEvoy's process. Reflective Oversight boxes in each chapter, prompting readers to direct metacognitive activities. Links to online guides and resources. Expanded examples illustrating theoretical concepts.
Essentials of Research Methods in Health, Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Recreation by Call Number: Q 180.55 .M4 B417 2008ISBN: 9780781770361Publication Date: 2007-09-28Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. This easy-to-read, user-friendly text explores the full range of basic topics typically covered in research courses in exercise science, kinesiology, and physical education. The book provides the information and skills needed to write effective research proposals and theses; read, assess, interpret, and apply published research; and understand how to conduct basic studies in health, physical education, exercise science, athletic training, and recreation.
