Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Contemporary Issues in Sport Psychology
Course Code
VPUPK_409
Branch of Science
Psychology
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Beate Evelīna Dišlere
Structure Unit Manager
Kristīne Mārtinsone
Structural Unit
Department of Health Psychology and Paedagogy
Contacts
Riga, Dzirciema Street 16, vppk@rsu.lv, +37167061587
About Study Course
Objective
Strengthen trainers’ ability to influence athletes’ motivation and understanding of the four-stage career cycle – talent selection, coaching, competition and career conclusion. Given the changes in sports psychology and qualifications of professionals, where the role of coaches in mental preparation has gradually been supplemented by a holistic view of psychologists, the course offers basic principles of understanding and intervention based on the interaction between an athlete and their environment.
Preliminary Knowledge
Study courses “Health behaviour in Sport” and “psychological competence and leadership of the coach in Sport”.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Students know how to define sport psychology as a scientific discipline and how to list its key themes related to enhancing performance and promoting perseverance in training.
2.Students know how to identify and describe factors and circumstances that may affect an athlete’s mental health.
3.Students know how to identify key moments in an athlete's career according to a four-part timeline.
4.Students are able to use different theoretical frameworks to understand situations and implement solutions or optimise systems.
Skills
1.Students know how to adopt a long-term perspective that is not limited to the pre-competitive period. They will know how to encourage to seek assistance from relevant professionals when issues exceed their areas of expertise
2.Students are able to adopt a long-term perspective that extends beyond the pre-competitive period.
3.Students are able to Discuss the importance of psychology in the context of sport and in the work of a coach and learn the boundaries between the skills of a coach and those of a psychologist.
4.Plans the various stages of an athlete's career over the long term, beyond the pre-competitive periods.
5.Students are able to demonstrate a scientific approach to problem solving based on diverse theoretical approaches, which they must show they have been able to combine in order to understand both the issues and potential solutions.
6.Students demonstrate self-criticism or seek supervision in order to adjust their approach.
Competences
1.Analysing and anticipating the impact of proposals or measures: Ability to critically assess the potential consequences of proposed decisions or actions, identifying direct and indirect effects on stakeholders and the environment concerned.
2.Problem analysis and resolution Ability to mobilise and combine various theoretical frameworks to analyse complex situations, propose innovative solutions and optimise existing systems.
3.Analysis and optimisation of complex systems Ability to draw on and combine several theoretical frameworks to analyse situations, propose innovative solutions and optimise existing systems. Ability to synthesise a variety of approaches in order to provide appropriate and effective responses to the challenges encountered.
4.Integrating and combining knowledge and skills acquired in other modules to address complex issues in sport psychology.
Assessment
Individual work
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Research and analyses scientific literature on sports psychology topics |
20.00% from total grade
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Test
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Analysis of scientific research on the effects of physical activity on mental health. This part needs to be linked to health behaviour on a sports course |
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Self-assessment tests |
20.00% from total grade
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Test
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Answer a course question associated with a practical illustration in a sporting activity of the student's choice. |
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Examination
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Case study |
60.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Ability to examine different theoretical frameworks in order to study a case, identify issues and propose possible solutions |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Introductory lecture, study course plan and requirements. New issues explored and boundaries between coaches and sports psychologists
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Seminar: Positive and negative effects of physical activity and sports on health and wellbeing. Differences between sports and physical activity.
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Self-determination theory, engagement and behavioural persistence. Relationships with health in the field of physical activity. Interaction individual/environment
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Dualistic model of passion and motivation. Interaction individual/environment
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Dualistic model of passion and motivation. Interaction individual/environment
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Goal theory, self-efficacy and flow theory in the field. Interaction individual/environment
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Goal theory, self-efficacy and flow theory in the field. Interaction individual/environment
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Optimism as positive projection into the future and way to give feedback
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Optimism as positive projection into the future and way to give feedback
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Job Demand-Resources model applied to physical activity and sports: social support and self-efficacy. Interaction individual/environment. Perspectives
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Job Demand-Resources model applied to physical activity and sports: social support and self-efficacy. Interaction individual/environment. Perspectives
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Strength based approach of coaching and an introduction to the fourfold temporality model (long term before, just before, during and after)
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Strength based approach of coaching and an introduction to the fourfold temporality model (long term before, just before, during and after)
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Strength based approach of coaching and an introduction to the fourfold temporality model (long term before, just before, during and after)
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Case study and self-reflexion
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Case study and self-reflexion
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Seminar: Summary of knowledge acquired and linking it to different content with a view to an integrative approach. Performance in sport as a symptom: prevention in the field.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
34 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Oral)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Miglianico, M., Dubreuil, P., Miquelon, P., Bakker, A., & Martin-Krumm, C. (2024). Appreciative Inquiry in the workplace: A review and comparative analysis of (quasi) experimental studies. Journal of Positive Psychology.Suitable for English stream
2.
Martin-Krumm, C., Claverie, D., Jimenez, A. Duffaud, A., Belrose, C., Baudé, M., Postic, R., Lauga-Cami, H., Trousselard, M., & Plantade-Gipch, A. (2024). Positive Psychology and Resources Protection/Development in Armed Forces. Journal of Military Social Work and Behavioral Health Services.Suitable for English stream
3.
Martin-Krumm, C., Lefranc, B., Meolo, A., Poupon, C., Pontis, C., Vanier, A., & Trousselard, M. (2021). Is regular sport practice over a submarine patrol an efficient coping strategy? Frontiers in Psychiatry.Suitable for English stream
4.
Kern, L., Mattar, L., Kotbagi, Romo, L., & Morvan, Y. (2024). Is Problematic Physical Activity (PPA) a Uni- or Multi-Dimensional Concept? A Bifactor Analysis of the Exercise Dependence Scale-Revised (EDS-R). Perceptual and Motor Skills, 131(1), 106-134.Suitable for English stream
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Oger, M., Martin-Krumm, C., Fenouillet, F., Müller, A., Le Roux, F., Tarquinio, C., & Broc, G. (2022). Quality of life at school: between vulnerability and robustness of students. Psychology in The Schools.Suitable for English stream
Additional Reading
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Martin-Krumm, C., & Tarquinio, C. (2024). Psychologie Positive des activités physiques : Corps, santé mentale et bien-être. Dunod.
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Gauld, C., Francou, C., Millet, G., Kern, L., & Gergelé, L. (2023). A symptom network analysis of exercise addiction and personality on ultra-marathon runners with serious complications. International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 22(7), 1625–1639.Suitable for English stream
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Maudais – Coulomb, E., Martin-Krumm, C., Tarquinio, C., & Mino, J.-C. (2024). Adapted physical activity interventions and motivational levers: what benefits for type 2 diabetics? A systematic review. Health Science Reports.Suitable for English stream
Other Information Sources
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Journal of Applied Sport PsychologySuitable for English stream
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International Journal of Sport and Exercise PsychologySuitable for English stream