Module JXH-2022:
Psychology of Sport Performance
Psychology of Sport Performance 2022-23
JXH-2022
2022-23
School Of Human And Behavioural Sciences
Module - Semester 1
10 credits
Module Organiser:
James Hardy
Overview
Topics covered include ...
Stress and performance: multidimensional anxiety theory, cusp catastrophe model
Confidence: self-efficacy, sport confidence, catastrophe model
Group dynamics: roles, team cohesion
Lectures, with small group work will form the basis for the module. Theoretical content will be presented and discussed along with the practical significance of specific theories for performance enhancement. Group work will be used in a variety of ways including problem solving in relation to set scenarios and solution generation. Regular use of the module's blackboard site (e.g., MCQs, reading) will be advantageous to effective learning as would consistent lecture attendance. Lectures will normally last approx. one and a half hours.
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -D- Will have demonstrated an acceptable ability to analyse and interpret information in relation to their effect on performance. Will also have a satisfactory understanding of theories covered within the module as well as some knowledge of how to assess certain performance-related factors.
-good -C- Will have demonstrated a good ability to analyse and interpret information in relation to their effect on performance. Will also have a good understanding of theories covered within the module as well as a sound knowledge of how to assess certain performance-related factors.
-excellent -A- Will have demonstrated an excellent ability to analyse and interpret information in relation to their effect on performance. Will also have an excellent understanding of theories covered within the module as well as an in-depth knowledge of how to assess certain performance-related factors.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse and interpret information and identify factors that may affect performance.
- Evaluate specific theories and models.
- To be able to link these identified factors to specific theories and models.
- To be able to use reflection skills to better understand how topics are related to the "real" world.
- Understand how these performance-related factors can be measured.
Assessment method
Exam (Centrally Scheduled)
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Formal exam Exam is comprised of a mix of MCQ, short and longer answer style questions testing all sections covered in the module
Weighting
80%
Due date
10/01/2023
Assessment method
Coursework
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
ANXIETY REFLECTION - 9th Nov A personal reflection NOT a summary of the research. You should express your ideas and thoughts relevant to anxiety and performance. That is, you should include information dealing with; (a) whether your own experiences with the topic are in line with theory/research, (b) if they are not in agreement with theory/research, how so and/or why?, (c) is the topic even applicable to your (sporting) life?, (d) if not, why not?, (e) are there any issues/points raised that you can make use of in the future? and (f) any interesting/eye-opening/doubtful issues/points raised? Alternatively, you can use Gibbs’ reflective cycle to provide your reflection with structure. This is your choice but regardless of the style of reflection chosen, clear structure to the reflection is imperative.
Weighting
10%
Due date
31/10/2022
Assessment method
Coursework
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
CONFIDENCE / GROUP DYNAMICS reflection A personal reflection NOT a summary of the research. You should express your ideas and thoughts relevant to either CONFIDENCE or GROUP DYNAMICS. That is, you should include information dealing with; (a) whether your own experiences with the topic are in line with theory/research, (b) if they are not in agreement with theory/ research, how so and/or why?, (c) is the topic even applicable to your (sporting) life?, (d) if not, why not?, (e) are there any issues/points raised that you can make use of in the future? and (f) any interesting/eye-opening/doubtful issues/points raised? Alternatively, you can use Gibbs’ reflective cycle to provide your reflection with structure. This is your choice but regardless of the style of reflection chosen, clear structure to the reflection is imperative.
Weighting
10%
Due date
28/11/2022