Chapter 5a-Socio-cultural Influences Flashcards
Social groups
People who interact with one another, share similar characteristics and have a sense of unity/togetherness
Engagement patterns
Trends/tendencies in involvement
Stereotype
Widely held but fixed and oversimplified idea of a particular type of person
Barrier to participation
An obstacle that prevents a group within society from participating in sport or physical activity and therefore reduces overall levels of participation
Participation by women
Women are less likely to take part in sport due to stereotypical views/lack of media/lack of support/less facilities
Ethnic group
A community made up of people who share a common cultural background (racial, religious or cultural)
Ethnic groups (examples)
- Black caribbean
- Indian
- Pakistani
- Bangladeshi
- Black african
- Black ‘other’
Participation by ethnicity
Less people from ethnic minorities participate in sport due to sterotypical views/cultural expectations/lack of media coverage or role models
Socio-economic group
A group’s place within society; depends on a number of factors, including occupation, education, income, wealth and where they live
Post-school drop out
The reduction in participation levels in young adults after they leave full time education
Participation by socio-economic groups
They have less disposable income so may not take part in sport or can only take part in cheap sports eg football
Participation by age
All school children have to do PE, after they leave a lot of people stop doing sport (especially girls). Sports participation is lower in older people as they don’t have an adequate level of physical fitness. More young people are likely to be involved in team sport but more old people are likely to be involved in individual sport
Role model
A person looked up to by others as an example to be copied
Peer group
A group of people of approximately the same age, status and interests.
Effects on participation by friends and family
Can influence positively through support of a performer, (financially) by paying for kit or club fees, providing transport for matches or training, (emotionally) by watching and cheering the child on.
Parents can act as role models for their children.
A lack of family support can be a negative influence on participation