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SPAC 320 — SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY

African Studies · University of Ghana

This course leads students to understand how personality, self conceit, self-esteem, self efficacy and other psychological characteristics relate to participation and performance in sport and physical activity. It also helps students analyze and understand motivational bases for sports as well as barriers to participation and special motivational issues in competitive sports. Course Objectives To explore core issues and related intervention strategies in working with athletes and recreational exercisers to enhance performance and participation. To define motivational bases for sports as well as barriers to participation and special motivational issues in competitive sports. Course Content Motivation in Sports and Exercise. Attention, Concentration and Cognitive styles. Psychological benefits of Sports and Exercise. Group Dynamics and Leadership. Strategies for managing arousal and anxiety in athletic performance. Principles of goal setting as applied to physical activity participation and performance. Values of imagery training and how it can be applied in sports and exercise.

Credits
2
Level
Level 200
Semester
Semester Two

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Course details from University of Ghana Volume 3 Handbook for the Bachelor's Degree: Course Descriptions for Programmes in the Sciences (2017).