B 6.

Question 1

Definition of Self Determination Theory

Answer 1

Self-determination theory (SDT) describes how the level and the amount of energy that athletes devote to learning activities is a dynamic continuum characterized by a balance between autonomy, relatedness, and competence

Question 2

What is Autonomy

Answer 2

Making one’s own decisions about what we do and being in control of ourselves and our behaviours (for example, training because you want to, not because someone says you should)

Question 3

What is Competence

Answer 3

Feeling able to accomplish a task (for example, completing a cross country run without having to stop for a rest)

Question 4

What is Relatedness

Answer 4

The feeling of a shared experience with others, of belonging to and being accepted by a group (for example, being part of a basketball team)

Question 5

Why is the Self Determination Theory important

Answer 5

Self-Determination Theory (SDT) is an important theory of motivation that addresses issues of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation.

Question 6

Describe self-regulated learning (SRL)

Answer 6

Refers to the processes that assist learners in managing their own thoughts, behaviours and emotions in order to control their own learning experiences.

Question 7

What does SRL encourage

Answer 7

It encourages athletes to become more independent in their learning and so enhances learning outcomes

Question 8

What influences does SRL have

Answer 8

Transforming your mental ability into academic and life skills.

Question 9

What is The Cycle of Self-regulated learning

Answer 9

a cyclical process wherein students:
- plan for a task
- monitor their performance
- reflect on outcome

Question 10

What are the 3 step of The SRL Cycle

Answer 10

1. Set goals
2. Plan strategies
3. Set expectations for the outcome.

Question 11

The relationship between self-regulated learning and motivation in sports.

Answer 11

Athletes who are motivated to learn are more likely to invest the time and energy needed to learn and apply SRL skills. Similarly, athletes who are able to successfully employ self-regulation strategies often become more motivated to complete learning tasks.

Question 12

What are the four interdependent cyclical phases

Answer 12

1. Forethought (planning) phase
2. Monitoring phase
3. Control phase
4. Reflection phase