Incorporating problem-based learning strategies to develop learner autonomy and employability skills in sports science undergraduates

Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport and Tourism Education

Volumn 7, Issue 1, 2008, Pages 18-30

  Martin, Louise ^a   West, Julia ^a   Bill, Karen ^a  

^a UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER   (United Kingdom)

Author keywords

Academic motivation; Locus of control; Self esteem

Indexed keywords

EID: 44849122532     PISSN: None     EISSN: 14738376     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.3794/johlste.71.169     Document Type: Article

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