2000 Word Written report
Students will critically appraise the role of the analyst through the use of contemporary research
Introduction
Guide: 400 – 500 words
Introduce analysis and it’s place within sport
Areas of analysis within the role of the analyst (football/soccer)
Aim of your report
Literature review
Guide: 1000 – 1250 words
You will need to engage in Academic resources.
Critically evaluate the literature
Use the literature to highlight areas within the role of the analyst
Critically evaluate the literature around that subject area
Future development – of the role of the analyst / research
Conclusion
Guide: 400 – 500 words
Summarise the points that have been made
What did you find / notice
The impact of those findings and future considerations
Critical Evaluation
Ask ‘why’ and ‘howl, not ‘what’
This means being analytical, not just descriptive. You need to:
Consider how valid and reliable the research is
What are its strengths and weaknesses?
Draw comparisons with other research findings
Ask the ‘why’ questions, like:
Why do the results differ from findings of other similar research?
What explanations have the authors suggested and are there alternatives?
Make links with practice and wider populations where appropriate
Example
Coach / Analyst Relationship
’Why’ and ‘How’ it is used / important (examples, research) – Re critical
What does this mean for the analyst – skills required (use research)
What developments are suggested. How does this relate to the applied environment
