SPRING 2012
PSY 244: Sport Psychology
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Stephen Weiss, Ph.D. |
Office: D 205.6W |
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Office Phone #:
860-823-2819 |
Office Hours: MW 4:00-5:00 PM TUTH 10:00-11:00 AM & by
appointment |
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E-Mail: sweiss@trcc.commnet.edu |
Class Room: E 204 |
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Class Schedule: TUTH 2:30-3:45 PM |
Website: http://smw15.org/ |
This page last updated: 04/30/12
– 9:00 AM
PowerPoint Presentations
Chapters:
1/2/4, 6,
9, 11,
13, 16,
17, 18,
20, Weiss (2010), 21/22, 23/24,
25/26, 27/28
Course Description: A comprehensive study of the psychological concepts related to fitness and sports behavior. The course covers the history and evolution of this emerging field of study and practice. The course includes elements of experimental psychology such as motivation, cognition, and learning which are also apparent in sport psychology. Additional topics include personal goal-setting, competitive anxiety, personality characteristics of athletes, psychology of coaching, team cohesion, and the effects of sports on spectators.
Student
Learning Outcomes: After
completing this course, the successful student will have the following
knowledge and skills.
Critical Thinking: Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze theories and research data
Information Literacy: Assess what information is needed to answer questions as well as evaluate the quality of information
Communication: Understand and express ideas about sport psychology through reading and writing
Systematic Inquiry: Understand social science research methods used in sport psychology
Required Texts: Sport Psychology by Arnold LeUnes, 4th edition, 2008; In Pursuit of Excellence by Terry Orlick, 4th edition, 2008.
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Grading Criteria |
Points |
Percentage |
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4 Tests |
400 |
72.7% |
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Research Paper |
100 |
18.2% |
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Presentation |
50 |
9.1% |
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Total |
550 |
100% |
Note: Above grading criteria is not subject to change. No extra credit assignments will be offered.
Grading System:
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Grade |
% |
Total Points |
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A |
94+ |
517+ |
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A- |
90-93 |
495-516 |
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B+ |
87-89 |
479-494 |
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B |
84-86 |
462-478 |
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B- |
80-83 |
440-461 |
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C+ |
77-79 |
424-439 |
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C |
74-76 |
407-423 |
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C- |
70-73 |
385-406 |
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D+ |
67-69 |
369-384 |
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D |
64-66 |
352-368 |
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D- |
60-63 |
330-351 |
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F |
-60 |
-330 |
Notes:
(1) While class attendance will not be calculated into the above grades, excessive absences (6-7) will result in a decrease of a full letter grade (for example from C to D). 8-9 absences will cause your grade to be reduced by two full letters (for example from B to D). 10 or more absences will result in failure of the course.
(2) If you DO NOT complete this course, you must formally withdraw at the registrar’s office by Dec. 9th. Failure to do so will likely result in you receiving an F on your transcript for this course.
Tests: All tests will be part multiple choice, true/false and part short answer format. There will be no make-ups for the tests (unless, there is an emergency and I am informed immediately).
Research Paper: You
will be required to write one paper during this semester (7-8 pages in length).
Paper due: April 24.
Research
Presentation: You
will be required to give one presentation during this semester.
Reading Assignments: The
majority of the readings will come from the textbook. Additional readings will be assigned well in advance of the
exams.
Policy on Cheating and
Plagiarism: Academic integrity is essential to a
useful education. Failure to act with academic integrity severely limits a
person’s ability to succeed in the classroom and beyond. Furthermore, academic
dishonesty erodes the legitimacy of every degree awarded by the College. In
this class and in the course of your academic career, present only your own
best work; clearly document the sources of the material you use from others;
and act at all times with honor.
If I have determined that you have copied from another student or other source, you will receive a grade of zero on that assignment or exam. A second offense will result in failure of the course. See your student handbook for additional information concerning academic integrity.
Disabilities Policy: Students with a documented disability are provided supportive service and accommodations to assist them with their academic objectives. Services are strictly confidential. Disability services may include individualized accommodations, advising, advocacy, counseling, technical assistant and referral information. For further information read this policy in your student handbook.
The following link will be helpful in your preparation for research
paper:
Sport-Related Scales (mentioned in class):
Ř Leadership
Scale for Sports (LSS)
Articles to be read for TEST 1:
Ř Weiss (2011) (Read pages 28-30, 35)
Articles to be read for TEST 2:
Ř TBA
Articles to be read for TEST 3:
·
Weiss
(2010) (Read
pages 1525-1528, 1534-1535 for
Test 3)
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Weiss & Loubier
(2010) (Read pages 508-510, 516-517)
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Measures
Related to above articles:
§
MAST
§ SOGS
Articles to be read for TEST 4:
Ř
TBA
Schedule of Classes
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Date |
Tentative
Topics |
Chapters |
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Jan 19 |
Syllabus;
Introduction
to Sport Psychology |
Chapter 1-2 (SP); Chapter 4
(pp.57-59) (SP) |
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Jan 24,
26 |
Effects of Arousal and
Anxiety on Performance |
Chapters 6 & 8 (SP);
Chapter 7 (IPOE) |
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Jan 31 |
Motivation in Sport and
Exercise |
Chapters 9-10 (SP);
Chapters 1-2 (IPOE) |
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Feb 2 |
College
Professional Day – No Class – Enjoy! |
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Feb 7, 9 |
Motivation in Sport and
Exercise (continued) |
Chapters 9-10 (SP);
Chapters 1-2 (IPOE) |
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Feb 14 |
TEST 1:
Chapters SP 1-2, 4 (pp. 57-59), 6, 8, 9-10; IPOE 1-2, 7 |
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Feb 16, 21 |
Social
Psychology of Sport |
Chapters 11-12 (SP) |
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Feb 23, 28 |
Personality and
Psychological Assessment in Athletes |
Chapter 16 (SP) |
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Mar 1 |
Maladaptive
Behaviors Among Athletes Part 1: Aggression; Spectator Violence |
Ch 13 (pp. 235-242); Ch
14 |
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Mar 6 |
Presentations |
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Mar 8 |
Maladaptive Behaviors
Among Athletes Part 2: Doping |
Chapter 20 |
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Mar 13 |
TEST 2:
Chapters SP 11-12, 13 (pp. 235-242), 14, 16 |
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Mar 15 |
Doping (continued) |
Chapter 20 |
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Mar 18-25 |
Spring Break – Enjoy! |
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Mar 27, 29 |
Maladaptive
Behaviors Among Athletes Part 3: Alcohol, Gambling, and other addictions |
Weiss (2010) |
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Apr 3 |
Female Sports |
Chapters 21-22 (SP) |
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Apr 5, 10 |
Presentations |
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Apr 12 |
Minority Athletes |
Chapter 17 (SP) |
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Apr 17 |
Youth Sports |
Chapters 23-24 (SP) |
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Apr 19 |
TEST 3: Chapters SP 17, 20-24; Weiss
articles
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Reminder:
Paper is due next class (Apr 24th)! |
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Apr 24, 26 |
The Coach; Coaching
relationships; Coaching Burn-out; Team Spirit |
Chapters 25-26
(SP); 22-23 (IPOE) |
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Apr 26 |
High-Risk Athletes |
Ch 18 (pp. 335-350) (SP) |
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May 1, 3 |
Presentations |
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May 8 |
Exercise Psychology |
Chapters 27-28 (SP) |
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May 10 |
TEST 4: Chapters SP 18 (pp. 335-350),
25-28, IPOE 22-23 |
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