PSYCH 338
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Sport Psychology
PsychologyCollege of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Application of psychological principles to sporting activities.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Note
Offered by BYU Independent Study; enroll anytime throughout the year; one year to complete; additional tuition required; register at is.byu.edu.
Title
Explain core principles of sport psychology
Learning Outcome
Students will explain major concepts in sport psychology and how mental processes influence athletic performance.
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Apply principles of deliberate practice and mental training
Learning Outcome
Students will apply principles of deliberate practice and mental skills such as goal setting, focus, and imagery to improve performance and learning in sport and other domains.
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Analyze psychological factors that influence performance and recovery
Learning Outcome
Students will analyze how motivation, emotion, stress, and injury influence athletic performance and recovery.
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Reflect on character and growth through sport
Learning Outcome
Students will reflect on how sport can develop discipline, resilience, and integrity and how psychological principles can be used to strengthen character and serve others through sport and performance settings.
