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  • SPPP 318: Adv Sport Perf Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides an advanced study and application of the psychological aspects of sport and performance. This course will integrate theories, principles and models of sport and performance psychology with an emphasis on current research findings. Analysis and discussion of recent research will include the effects of psychological variables on sport and performance, as well as consideration of application in other domains.
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  • SPPP 500: Research Methods

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides an overview of descriptive and experimental research strategies and designs relevant to sport and exercise science. Prepares graduate students to design, conduct, and report research. Emphasis is placed upon planning research, utilizing research methods, and interpreting results.
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  • SPPP 501: Cog Aff Bases Behav

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Examines the cognitive and emotional influences on behavior. Students will gain knowledge of the developmental sequences associated with cognitive development, emotional development, and moral development.Students will also gain an understanding of how humans process information and organize their knowledge and emotional experiences. Students will be required to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical strategies and interventions appropriate for youth and adolescents.
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  • SPPP 503: Mental Hlth Spr Perf

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides a strong base of knowledge of theory, research and practice related to mental health and sport and performance settings including an examination of psychological disorders and abnormal human behavior. Provides prospective sport and performance psychology professionals with essential information for mental health promotion in sport and performance settings.
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  • SPPP 504: Cognitive Aff B Bhav

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Examines the cognitive and emotional influences on behavior. Students will gain knowledge of the developmental sequences associated with cognitive development, emotional development, and moral development.Students will also gain an understanding of how humans process information and organize their knowledge and emotional experiences. Students will be required to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical strategies and interventions appropriate for youth and adolescents.
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  • SPPP 510: Fnds Sport Perf Psyc

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Surveys the psychological factors related to performance and participation in sport and performance settings. Emphasis is placed on determining how psychological variables influence participation in physical pursuits and how participation affects the psychological well-being of the individual. This course will assess theoretical and methodological approaches to a variety of sport and performance psychology topics including motivation, group processes, competition, and performance enhancement.
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  • SPPP 511: Sp Psyc Lifespan

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Focuses on developmental changes in the psychosocial antecedents and consequences of sport and physical activity across the lifespan. Specific topics include (1) describing theoretical frameworks and methods used to study sport and physical activity related psychosocial development across the lifespan, (2) describing how self-perceptions develop and influence behavior in movement contexts at different points in life, and (3) explaining how social and contextual factors influence developmental processes associated with physical activity.
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  • SPPP 512: Sprt Psych Perf Enh

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Evaluates the nature of performance, sources of performance crises, and self-regulation strategies used to enhance sport performance. Specific objectives include (a) distinguishing the antecedents and consequences of subjective and objective performances, (b) conceptualizing motor performance and performance problems in a psychological context, and (c) matching psychologically-based performance problems with theoretically-based intervention strategies. This class is specifically designed to help students formulate practical strategies for teaching various psychological skills from an education perspective.
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  • SPPP 513: Psy Injury Recovery

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Examines the psychological theories and applied considerations related to athletic injuries and the subsequent rehabilitation of the physically active. In this course, emphasis is placed on the psychosocial antecedents to athletic injury and factors related to the psychological experience and treatment of the injured athlete and athlete in transition.
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  • SPPP 514: Stress Man Phys Act

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Examines the demands of athletic competition that cause stress for athletes, coaches, and other sport figures. The students will identify the psychophysiology of the stress response and the individual/ performance costs of distress. Emphasis is placed on the principles and methods of preventive stress management, such as social support, exercise, and the relaxation response and their application in sport and exercise settings for improved performance.
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