Sport Psychology

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In this course, we will discuss research by sport psychologists and other social scientists on behavior in sport settings at the individual, team, and organizational level, with an emphasis on factors that lead to high performance. Topics include psychological characteristics of top performers, methods of performance enhancement, group dynamics and processes, effective leadership practices, and the effects of stereotyping on sport participation and performance. We will examine why, in light of this research, certain athletes, teams, and organizations are successful or unsuccessful.