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Course Description Course Name : Sports Psychology Course Code : BED-521 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : Second Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 3 Name of Lecturer(s) : Asst.Prof.Dr. ZEYNEP FİLİZ DİNÇ Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learns the importance of sports psychology in increasing athletic performance Learns the concepts of fear, anxiety, stress and stimulation and understands how they affect athletic performance Learns the prerequisites of psychological readiness and knows how to approach and communicate with the athlete as well as what to do and what not to do Learns how to psychologically prepare the athlete for a competition Learns the specific problems faced by the athletes and understands the key points to consider while motivating the athletes Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : The aim of this course is to understand the importance of sports psychology in increasing athletic performance. Course Contents : Definition of psychology, research methods in psychology, sports psychology, its history, aims and recent studies on sports psychology Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : Classrooms in Besyo   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Definition of psychology, research methods in psychology, sports psychology, its history, aims and recent studies on sports psychology Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 2 Outline of practices in sports psychology, psychological and mental exercises Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 3 Personality; its determinants, contribution of sports to personality development, personality theories and investigating athletes´ personalities Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 4 Definition of fear, anxiety, stress and stimulation and their effect on athletic performance, theories of stimulation-performance relationship Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 5 Motivation in sports; motivation theories, achievement motivation, goal realization, theories of predication Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 6 Elimination of factors which obstruct performance, psychoregulation and relaxation techniques Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 7 Goal setting, the stage of athletic goals, points to consider in goal setting Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 8 Mid-term exam Exam preparation Written exam 9 Group and group dynamics in sports, group formation stages, creating a team spirit and trust practices Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 10 Group and group dynamics in sports, group formation stages, creating a team spirit and trust practices Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 11 The importance of communication between the athlete and the coach, the role of the coach in giving psychological support to the athlete. How should the coach approach to the athlete? Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 12 Perception, attention, concentration and socio-psychological theories of attention Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 13 The definition of overtraining, its causes, symptoms and practices to relieve the symptoms Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 14 Psychological support to be given to the athlete before, during and after the competition. Ideal performance state (IPS) Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 15 Getting feedback and assessment Reading recommended resources Lecture, discussion, problem solving, case / cases, standard information technologies 16/17 Final-exam Exam preparation Written exam   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Kuter, M; Öztürk, F: Antrenör ve Sporcu Elkitabı. Bağırgan Yayınevi. Bursa. 1997.  Tiryaki Ş.; Spor Psikolojisi, Kavramlar, Kuramlar ve Uygulama.Eylül Kitap ve Yayınevi, Yenişehir, Ankara,2000.  Weinberg R.S., Gould D.,; Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology.thırd edition, Human Kinetics,USA.2003.  Biçer T. Yaşamda ve Sporda Doruk Performans, Başarının Zihinsel Dinamikleri, Beyaz Yayınları 3. Baskı, İstanbul,1998. Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 100     Homeworks/Projects/Others 0 0 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Uses the knowledge, experience, practice and problem solving skills acquired during his/her graduate study in interdisciplinary studies. 3 2 Develops basic scientific knowledge, skills and attitudes about body and sports. 2 3 Reviews policies in Physical Education and sports. 3 4 Explains the principles of organizational ethics. 2 5 Determines physical activity levels of individuals in different age groups in Physical Education and sports. 3 6 Develops periods and models for movement development by age groups in Physical Education and sports. 4 7 Makes analyses of sample case studies in Physical Education and sports organizations. 3 8 Reviews test development and measurement results intended for the development of individuals in Physical Education and sports. 3 9 Follows the trends in his/her field and develops his/her communication skills using a foreign language. 3 10 Explains the research methods and uses statistical analysis procedures in Physical Education and sports. 3 11 Describes the climate and culture of physical education and sports organizations. 2 12 Is aware of the developmental and educational problems of special needs children. 2 13 Evaluates and measures the physical suitability in disabled sports. 3 14 Practices injury rehabilitation and first aid techniques in sports. 0 15 Follows the national and international developments in the field and continues professional development. 2 16 Plans and holds sports organizations. 3 17 Keeps the culture of Olympism and Olympic movement alive. 1 18 Identifies and implements recreational activities. 2 19 Identifies the psychological tendencies in sports and implements methods and techniques in psychology. 2 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 16 2 32 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 2 2     Final Exam 1 2 2 Total Workload: 78 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.12 ECTS Credit: 3