Psychology ( Goal Setting )

Question 1

What are the three types of goals ?

Answer 1

• outcome goals
• performance goals
• process goals

Question 2

What are outcome goals ?

Answer 2

• based upon the end result
• achieving this goal cause the performers self-efficacy to increase
• it can lead to approach behaviour

Question 3

What are some problems with outcome goals ?

Answer 3

Problems:
- The goal is outside the performer’s full control. For example, the performer cannot control the opponent/referee
- Repeated failure can lead to demotivation
- Repeated failure can also lead to avoidance behaviour

Question 4

What are performance goals ?

Answer 4

• The performer is judged against themselves e.g. achieving a personal best in a competition, regardless of the end result
• This helps to increase/maintain self-efficacy
• Realistic performance goals can distract the performer from the cause of anxiety

Question 5

What are process goals ?

Answer 5

• Focused on their techniques or tactics
• Effective process goals can affect outcome and performance goals
• E.g. improve tumble turn in swimming