IDR423 Development, learning and achievement in sports
- ECTS Credits:
- 15
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences
- Course Leader:
- Tommy Haugen
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- This course is taught in Norwegian and an English translation of the course description is not available.
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Advanced Teacher Education level 8-13, 5-year Master's Programme
- Master's Programme in Sports Science
Teaching language
This course is taught in Norwegian and an English translation of the course description is not available.Course contents
The course focuses on crucial factors for development, learning and performance in sports contexts. Both individual and interpersonal aspects, as well as conditions in the surroundings, will be central themes. The course deals primarily with young people in a development process, with an equal focus on participation, performance and personal development.
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Social-ecological theories as a framework for understanding human learning, development, performance and well-being in sports and training
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Growth and development of children and young people
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Training and development of athletic skills
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Restitution and sports nutrition
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Development and learning climate
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Motivation and emotions
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Coaching and guidance
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
The student has:
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advanced knowledge of theories in sports science, concepts and issues related to development, learning and performance in sports
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in-depth knowledge of individual and interpersonal relations that are important prerequisites for learning, development and achievement in sports
Skill
The student shows an ability to:
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understand and critically evaluate theories and theoretical perspectives related to leadership, learning and skills development in sport
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critically analyze sports environments and behaviors as a basis for learning, development and achievement
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critically evaluate and apply research and development work relevant to learning, development and performance in sports
General competence
The student demonstrates:
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in-depth ability to reflect ethically and to show respect for individuals
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ability to disseminate scientific knowledge and communicate academic issues, analyzes and conclusions relevant to learning, development and achievement in sports
Examination requirements
Attendance requirements in compulsory teaching must be met.
Approved oral group presentation.
See Canvas for details.
Teaching methods
Working methods are seminars and group work. Parts of the teaching are compulsory.
Expected workload is estimated to 400 hours.
See Canvas for details.
Evaluation
The person responsible for the course decides, in consultation with the student representative, the method of evaluation and whether the course will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1.
Assessment methods and criteria
6 hour written individual exam. Graded assessment.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| IDR410 – Performance Development in Sports and Physical Activity | 15 |