SBT715 - SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY of SPORTS

Course Name Code Semester Theory
(hours/week)
Application
(hours/week)
Credit ECTS
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY of SPORTS SBT715 1st Semester 2 2 3 10
Prequisites
Course languageTurkish
Course typeElective 
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-Face 
Learning and teaching strategiesLecture
Question and Answer
Field Trip
Preparing and/or Presenting Reports
Case Study
Project Design/Management
 
Instructor (s)PhD. Ziya Koruç 
Course objectiveAim of this course is to objective of the course is examine sport from psychosocial point of view 
Learning outcomes
  1. At the end of this course, the student will be able to; Have knowledge about the range of theoretical perspectives on social psychology discuss the individual and social influences on behavior
Course ContentIt covers social psychology and its perspectives, relationship between group and individual, team as a group, group and team dynamics, group cohesion, leadership in group, leadership models, and communication in group. 
ReferencesCaron, A. V. & Hausenblas, H.A. (19989. Group Dynamics in Sport, (2nd. Ed.),
Morgantown: Fitness Information Technology.
Freedman, J.L., Sears, D.O., Carlsmith, J.M. (1998). Sosyal Psikoloji. Çeviren Ali Dönmez. Ankara: İmge Kitabevi
Iso-Ahola, S. E. & Hatfield, B. (1986). Psychology of Sports: A Social Psychological
Approach. Iowa: Wm.C. Brown Publishers.
Hagger, M. & Chatzisarantis, N. (2005). Social Psychology of Exercise and Sport. New
York: Open University Pres.
Horn, T. (1994). Advantages in Sport Psychology. Illinois: Human Kinetics Books.
Jowell, S. & Lavallee, D. (2007). Social Psychology in Sport. Illinois: Human Kinetics
Singer, R. N., Murpey, M., & Tennant, K. L. (1994). Handbook of Research on Sport
Psychology. New York: Mc Millan Publishing Company.
Van Raalte, J. L. & Brewer, B. W. (2002). Exploring Sport and Exercise Psychology (2th.
Edition) Washington. DC: APA.
Wan, D.L. (1997). Sport Psychology. New Jersey: Prentice Hall
 

Course outline weekly

WeeksTopics
Week 1What is Social psychology
Week 2What is Social psychology
Week 3What is Social psychology
Week 4Group and team dynamics
Week 5Team cohesion
Week 6Group large
Week 7Group integration
Week 8Social loafing in group
Week 9Leadership in group
Week 10Models of Leadership
Week 11Effective connection models
Week 12Effective Leadership
Week 13Process of become a team
Week 14Presentation of the Project
Week 15Preparation for Final Exam
Week 16Final Exam

Assesment methods

Course activitiesNumberPercentage
Attendance00
Laboratory00
Application1425
Field activities00
Specific practical training00
Assignments25
Presentation25
Project15
Seminar00
Midterms110
Final exam150
Total100
Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes750
Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes150
Total100

WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION

Activities Number Duration (hour) Total Work Load
Course Duration (x14) 14 2 28
Laboratory 0 0 0
Application14228
Specific practical training000
Field activities000
Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect)148112
Presentation / Seminar Preparation2714
Project17070
Homework assignment2510
Midterms (Study duration)11414
Final Exam (Study duration) 12424
Total Workload49132300

Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes

D.9. Key Learning OutcomesContrubition level*
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1. Develops and enhances specialized knowledge and competencies acquired in a Master's degree in movement and sport through literature and/or research.   X 
2. Understands interdisciplinary interactions, reaching original results and knowledge by analyzing and synthesizing new and complex ideas.   X 
3. Possesses necessary knowledge and technological skills in exercise and sport. X   
4. Recognizes the importance of ethical principles for individuals and society.   X 
5. Masters scientific research methods in exercise and sport.  X  
6. Plans and executes a research project; disseminates results through reports, articles, and presentations. X   
7. Critically analyzes, synthesizes, and evaluates new and complex ideas.  X  
8. Provides creative solutions to problems in using field-related technological equipment.X    
9. Introduces new thoughts, ideas, methodologies, and applications, contributing to the field's advancement. X   
10. Takes a leading role in resolving interdisciplinary issues and problems. X   
11. Develops new ideas and methods using advanced cognitive processes for creative problem-solving.X    
12. Leads and manages events and discussions on social relations and norms, facilitating necessary changes. X   
13. Proficient in at least one European foreign language at C1 level for advanced communication.X    
14. Addresses social, cultural, scientific, and ethical issues, contributing to societal advancement in movement and sport.X    

*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest