Attributuion

Question 1

EQ. In relation to Weiner’s model of attribution explain the term ‘locus of control’ (2 marks)

Answer 1

• considers the extent to which the event is under control
• controllable attributions are under the control of the performer
• uncontrollable attributions are under know ones controls

Question 2

EQ. Performers use attributions to explain reasons for success and failure in sport. Discuss the impact of an individual’s attributions following a failure in sport. (6 marks)

Answer 2

• if failure is attributed to internal factors like ability then motivation will increase
• but confidence will decrease
• if failure is sttributed to external factors like luck then confidence will not be lost
• but you will not improve
• if failure is attributed to stable factors like ability then failure is expected to be repeated
• if failure is attributed to unstable factors like luck or weather then performer would believe outcome can be changed

Question 3

EQ. Use a practical example from sport to show an internal, stable attribution for failure. (1 mark)

Answer 3

a football player not having the natural ability to make the first team

Question 4

EQ. Use a practical example from sport to show an external, unstable attribution for success. (1 mark)

Answer 4

a football player was lucky to not get a red card for a dangerous tackle

Question 5

What is an internal, stable attribution

Answer 5

ability

Question 6

What is an internal, unstable attribution

Answer 6

effort

Question 7

What is an external, stable attribution

Answer 7

task difficulty

Question 8

What is an external, unstable attribution

Answer 8

luck