Psychology

Question 1

Triplett study

Answer 1

Norman Triplett conducted a social facilitation study, whereby children reeled in fishing rods and were timed. Faster times were recorded when children were in groups.

Question 2

Task orientated

Answer 2

Defines success based off of own performance.

Question 3

Ego orientated

Answer 3

Defines success by comparing own performance to the performances of others.

Question 4

Task Vs Ego orientated

Answer 4

Task - Persist and look for support

Ego - Stress, not look for support, increased likelihood to cheat.

Question 5

Autonomy

Answer 5

Choice increases internal motivation (self-determination theory).

Question 6

Competency

Answer 6

The degree to which an individual feels they are capable of achieving a task (self-determination theory).

Question 7

Relatedness

Answer 7

Greater support with a task increases internal motivation (self-determination theory).

Question 8

Trans-theoretical theory of behaviour change

Answer 8

Pre contemplation - Contemplation - preparation/determination - action - maintenance - relapse

Question 9

Rogers, Reade and Hall (2007)

Answer 9

Five most important coach aspects:

• Communication
• Instruction
• technical and tactical knowledge
• Physical and psychological determinants
• Other associated factors (effective feedback, support)

Question 10

McLean and Mallett (2012)

Answer 10

Key coach motivators:

• Connection to the sport
• Coach and athlete development
• External influences (context, environment, area)
• Internal influences