Department of Education, Unit Catalogue 2008/09 |
ED10360 Principles of sport and exercise psychology |
| Credits: 6 |
| Level: Certificate |
| Semester: 2 |
| Assessment: ES50EX50 |
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Aims: The aim of this unit is to introduce students to the academic field of sport and exercise psychology by:
a) Introducing them to key theory relating to motivation, confidence, anxiety, group processes, personality, and exercise psychology. b) Demonstrating how such theory may have important implications for sport and exercise. c) Exposing them to current ideas and research surrounding the above issues. Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of the module students will be able to: a) Identify and explain selected psychological constructs and theories and discuss their application to sport and exercise. b) Identify and understand the implications of individual differences to teaching, coaching, and participation in sport and exercise. c) Illustrate how group and social processes can influence thoughts and behaviours in sport and exercise contexts. Skills: * Comprehensive and scholarly written communication (e.g., essays) T/F/A * Concise, time-bound and effective written communication (e.g., briefings/exams) A * Ability to select, summarise and synthesise written information from multiple sources F/A * Ability to develop rigorous arguments through precise use of concepts and models F/A * Ability to relate theory to practice T/A * Ability to select and use appropriate ideas to produce a coherent response to a pre-set question T/A * Ability to produce work to agreed specifications and deadlines F * Ability to work independently F Content: The following topics will be covered: a) Trait and biological approaches to personality b) Behavioural approaches to personality c) Contemporary approaches to motivation d) Confidence and self-efficacy e) Models of anxiety in sport psychology f) Aggression in athletes and spectators g) Basic theories of group dynamics h) Exercise adherence i) Exercise and depression j) The application of music in sport and exercise. |