Data collection methods Flashcards
Description of a observation schedule
An observation schedule compares performance to criteria copied from a model performer. The observation schedule is broken down into 3 parts – Preparation, Action and Recovery. Observation schedules allow more focused analysis of skills and compares your performance to that of a model performer.
Description of video analysis
Video analysis allows performance to be paused, repeated, played in slow motion, compared to model performer and analysed with computer software.
Description of a model performer
A model performance is the ‘perfect way’ in which a skill should be performed. By watching a model performer it will allow you to have a clear picture of what you are trying to achieve. Model performers may come from videos, a teacher/coach or a pupil in your class. Being able to watch a good performance in slow motion or over several times will allow you to pick up on key points relating to the preparation/action/recovery of the movement.
Description of movement analysis
They can identify strengths and weaknesses. Information is valid as it is objective, statistical and factual. Movement analysis sheets are valid as they are factual data, provides an overview of a full performance on all skills, is a permanent record of performance, and allows you to identify weaknesses in your performance.
Description of a personal reflection statement
A personal reflection statement is a paragraph looking back and thinking over challenges that the athlete may have faced during the performance and how they overcame it.
Description of a SCAT test
A test measuring the tendency of an athlete to experience anxiety when competing in a sport. It is used to measure competitive trait anxiety. Test scoring is based on 10 questions that ask individuals how they feel when competing in sports and games.
Description of a POMS test
The Profile of Mood States (POMS) is a psychological rating scale used to assess transient, distinct mood states. The performer will be tested by answering how well words match their feelings during the game. They will answer these questions by selecting “not at all”,”a little”, “moderately”, “quite a lot” and “extremely” , it will gauge their level of tension,anger,depression,fatigue,confusion and vigour. The data is then compared to higher levels of performance such as internationally and club to compare our averages to that of athletes
description of a standardized fitness test
A standardized fitness test has a set structure. what this means is that who ever is carrying these out must follow the exact same protocols and procedures, this is vital in ensuring the validity and reliability of the tests. examples of these tests are a bleep test,timed pyramid run and the Illinois agility run test
