The Impact of Sport and Society On Sport

Question 1

What is the social action theory?

Answer 1

Sport is developed and produced through relationships and social networks of people who share similar views

Question 2

What is the interactionist approach?

Answer 2

• Stresses the fact that it is people who create society
• Society controls individuals, but people make society
• Sports change to match the perspectives and identities of those playing them

Question 3

What are 6 common barriers to participation in sport and their solutions?

Answer 3

Time - add physical activity to daily routine, eg cycling to work
Negative experience - invite a friend/family member to join a club with you
Motivation - pay for a membership (commit to exercise)
Lack of skill - select activities that require little skill, eg jogging
Lack of resources - select activities requiring few facilities/equipment
Family responsibilities - exercise with children

Question 4

What are some solutions to barriers for disability?

Answer 4

• Increased investment
• Providing transport and access
• Improved technology
• Increased media coverage
• Specialist organisations eg English federation for disabilty in sport
• Training specialist coaches
• Setting up more inclusive clubs

Question 5

What is stacking?

Answer 5

• Ethnic minorities are valued more for their athletic prowess than their leadership
• Lack of team captains from ethnic minorities
• Based on stereotypes

Question 6

What is the mission of Sport England?

Answer 6

To invest in sport and physical activity to make it a normal part of life for everyone

Question 7

Describe the 5 national partners of Sport England

Answer 7

Football Foundation - responsible for 30 mill funding for grassroots for improved facilities
Activity Alliance - dedicated to increasing participation in disabled people
SportsAid - work with NGB’s to help young British performers who aspire to elite level
Street Games - charity that brings sport to young people in disadvantaged communities
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