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Analysis of post-graduate research in the department of physical education, Kenyatta University, Kenya
Abstract
This paper analyses post-graduate studies conducted in the department of physical education of Kenyatta University with a view to establishing their contribution to sports growth and development in Kenya. A total of 19 research studies conducted in the department between 1990 and 2002 were subjected to content analysis. Findings indicated that majority 6 (31.57%) of the studies centred on match analysis, 7 (36.84%) of the studies had derived their subjects from sports clubs, and soccer is the most 3 (30%) researched aspect sport. Questionnaires were extensively used for data collection. It is recommended that the department needs to focus on performance-oriented research, diversify areas of research and increase the enrollment of post-graduate students and teaching staff.
Keywords: research, post-graduate, sport growth and development
African Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology and Sport Facilitation Vol. 6 2004: 81-86
Keywords: research, post-graduate, sport growth and development
African Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology and Sport Facilitation Vol. 6 2004: 81-86