Social Issues In Sport

Features of Social Issues in Sport

This is the looseleaf version of Social Issues in Sport Fourth Edition which offers students a less expensive printed version of the textSocial Issues in Sport Fourth Edition With HKPropel Access introduces students to the study of sport as a social phenomenon It explores current trends in sport and examines complex connections between sport and politics economics religion race gender youth and more Author Ronald Woods draws on his experience of more than 40 years as a professor coach and sport administrator to explore modern sport from historical and cultural perspectives New coauthor B Nalani Butler offers a fresh perspective to the study of sport from an emerging generation of Black female scholars She draws on her background as an athlete and professor and leverages her international experience from working with the Center for Sport Peace and Society and the International Olympic Academy IOA The texts presentation style fullcolor design and ample learning tools are designed to keep students engagedSocial Issues in Sport Fourth Edition addresses the Common Professional Component topics outlined by the Commission on Sport Management Accreditation COSMA The text remains grounded in practical application and provides opportunities for students to examine realworld issues through the lens of social theory The fourth edition also features the following enhancements Online learning tools delivered through HKPropel case studies on current events video lectures and essay and multiplechoice questions to support applied learning and encourage critical thinking Increased emphasis on emerging issues such as sport wagering the use of social protest by athletes sexual harassment of or by athletes and sport safety Discussions on the rise in popularity of esports and on the exploding influence of social media on athletes spectators and fans Updated sidebars that address current topics such as the effect of the COVID19 pandemic on sport offering a contemporary context to which students can apply the concepts in the text Social Issues in Sport Fourth Edition is streamlined into three parts maintaining an accessible and studentfriendly format that aligns with a 16week semester Part I sets the stage for studying sport from a sociological perspective by defining key terms and presenting crucial social theories This section examines participation in sport from spectators to performers and explores sport economics through sport management sport marketing and sport media Part II discusses sport institutions at all levels from youth sport to Olympic competition Part III is devoted to current issues and critically analyzes the effects of gender race economic status religion and government on sport It also offers a detailed look at both ethics and deviance in sportSocial Issues in Sport Fourth Edition provides the foundations for critically examining the multifaceted roles of sport and physical activity in society The information and activities offered by the text invite students to evaluate the sociocultural issues intertwined with sport and relate these themes to their own lives Through this indepth examination of sociocultural issues students will be able to understand and appreciate the development of sport as a part and reflection of our societyNote A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all new print books