Research Methods in Kinesiology & Public Health

3 Credits

The purpose of this course is to expose students: (1) to some of the key issues involved in physical activity and public health related research, and (2) the process of conducting and communicating research. In addition to learning the central aspects of a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods, students will gain practice evaluating and synthesizing existing research, as well as writing a research proposal specific to a topic of their choice.