Technology Prt.3

Question 1

List the Positive Effects of Technology on Sports.

Answer 1

Optimise performance in sport.
Increased quality of surfaces.
Increased participation, more inclusive.

Question 2

List the Negative Effects of Technology on Sports.

Answer 2

Pure quantitative data can be misleading.
Technology is expensive.
Placebo effect.

Question 3

List the Positive Effects of Technology on Coaches.

Answer 3

Enables coaches to give a detailed analysis.
Allows development of specific training programs.
Can analyze videos of matches.

Question 4

List the Negative Effects of Technology on Coaches.

Answer 4

Computers are open to hackers - Information can be exploited by others.
Over emphasis - Performance analysis data could be the only focus.

Question 5

List the Positive Effects of Technology on the Performers.

Answer 5

Improved materials: clothing and footwear.
Improved quality of equipment.
Faster recovery from training.

Question 6

List the Negative Effects of Technology on the Performers.

Answer 6

Technology is expensive - Inequalities as some performers can’t afford it.
Can lead to cheating.
Can lead to Injury.

Question 7

List the Positive Effects of Technology on the Audience.

Answer 7

Improved knowledge through stats and available information.
Fewer incorrect decisions and accurate results for fans.
Increased excitement from spectators.

Question 8

List the Negative Effects of Technology on the Audience.

Answer 8

Less respect for the official - not the final decision maker.
Breaks in play - Disruptive/take too long.
Overreliance on technology.