Sport in the UK - Couverture souple

Leona Trimble; Woobae Lee; Clint Godfrey; David Grecic; Susan Minten

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1844453839 ISBN 13 : 9781844453832

Editeur : Learning Matters, 2010

Synopsis

This is a comprehensive introduction for HE students to the provision, organisation, and governance of sport in the UK. Supported by case study material, it introduces the reader to key government policies, and to the ways in which public, private and voluntary sectors provide sporting opportunities. The book focuses on issues of participation, employment, media coverage and commercialisation, and critically examines them in light of the key themes of equality and diversity. Pedagogical features – learning outcomes and learning activities – help students develop an active approach to the study of sport in the UK.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This is a comprehensive introduction for HE students to the provision, organisation, and governance of sport in the UK. Supported by case study material, Sport in the UK introduces the reader to key government policies, and to the ways in which public, private and voluntary sectors provide sporting opportunities. The book focuses on issues of participation, employment, media coverage and commercialisation, and critically examines them in light of the key themes of equality and diversity. Pedagogical features learning outcomes and learning activities help students develop an active approach to the study of sport in the UK.

Revue de presse

It matches almost exactly with the indicative content of the module and will be an invaluable resource to students and staff. --Head of Sport and Leisure, University Plymouth St Mark and St John.

Fantastic overview of sports organisation in the UK. Very up to date and easy to read. --Lecturer, University of Exeter.

Very current and topical issues. Very accessible writing style. --Lecturer, University Centre Doncaster.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Learning Matters
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1844453839
• ISBN 13: 9781844453832
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 214
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible