20. Difference between qualitative and quantitative approach
for analyzing human movement
Qualitative:
Refers to a descriptive of quality
without use of numbers.
Clinicians , coaches and teachers of
physical activities regularly employ
qualitative observations of their
patients, athletes, or student to
formulate opinions or give advice.
Quantitative:
Implies that numbers are involved.
Biomechanical researchers rely
heavily on quantitative techniques
in attempting to answer specific
questions related to the mechanics
of living organsims.
