25. Self Efficacy

Question 1

Define ‘Self efficacy’

Answer 1

A belief in the ability to master a specific sporting situation

Question 2

What is Bandura’s theory?

Answer 2

> the suggestion that confidence can vary with the situation
sport specific confidence = self efficacy
when the performer. Experiences. Satisfaction and pride due to success, there is increased confidence

Question 3

What are Bandura’s 4 factors influencing self-efficacy?

Answer 3

> performance accomplishments
vicarious experience
verbal persuasion
emotional arousal

Question 4

What are performance accomplishments?

Answer 4

> past experiences
past success or enjoyment improves confidence for future

Question 5

What is vicarious experience?

Answer 5

> watching others complete the task successfully
athlete watches ‘model’ of similar standard and confidence increases

Question 6

What is verbal persuasion?

Answer 6

> verbal reinforcement and encouragement
praise from significant others
incentive to perform successfully again

Question 7

What is emotional arousal?

Answer 7

> keeping calm and maintaining control and strategy
optimum level of arousal - doesn’t experience anxiety/aggression

Question 8

What other factors influence self efficacy?

Answer 8

> personality
situation
history

Question 9

How can athletes build self efficacy?

Answer 9

> build on successful experiences
observe a good demonstration
social support - significant others
positive feedback/reinforcement
break down complex skills
use mental rehearsal
control arousal and anxiety