SCoE: Sport and Athletic Management

Information and guides on conceptual frameworks.

Information and guides on theoretical and conceptual frameworks.

Learn how to effectively search for theoretical and conceptual frameworks both online and in the NU Library.

Techniques for identifying possible frameworks and theorists in the Library databases.

Created by an educational psychologist, this site has information on many theories such as constructivism, experiential, criterion-referenced, etc. Also includes learning domains and concepts like mastery, motivation, and metacognition.

Research Approach, Design, and Analysis

Research Approach, Design, and Analysis

Learn how to locate reliable information relating to research methodology.

This guide features NU Library resources for studying and planning research methodology and design.

The purpose of this qualitative case study was to explore how adaptive sports athletes and adaptive sport event organizers perceive the influence of media on adaptive sports participation in the United States. Author: Tracy Willauer, National University 

This study investigated research the relationship between college athletics participation and leadership development among student-athletes at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa, focusing on the potential differences between local Hawaiian and non-local student-athletes. Author: Chastity Nobriga Acidera, National University

The purpose of this quantitative, correlational study was to examine whether a relationship exists between burnout among student athletes, the coach athlete relationship, and demographics. Author: Noel Anthony Baham Jr., Northcentral University

The purpose of this study was to analyze if the personality traits of conscientiousness, neuroticism, and mental toughness are present in NCAA DI softball pitchers and whether they predict effectiveness as represented by win/loss percentage. Author: Brian M. Levin, National University

The purpose of this qualitative phenomenological was to explore female coaches’ influence on female athletes who may aspire to have a career in sports through role congruity. Author: Regina A. Dilbert, Northcentral University 

This qualitative case study aimed to explore perceptions of collegiate student-athletes, on the NCAA NIL policy and the ability to cover personal expenses, impact on motivation, and the lack of professional preparation for life after college. Author: Dennis Turner, National University

Example instruments and tools for data collection, IRB information, and data collection software options.

Example instruments and tools for data collection, IRB information, and data collection software options.

Learn how to effectively locate test instruments within scholarly articles, dissertations, and specialized databases.

Techniques for finding tests and measurements in the Library.