KIN 440 01: Sport and Exercise Psychology

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KIN 440 - Sport and Exercise Psychology

2023 Summer Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 5803

Course Information

You are responsible for knowing this material, so please read carefully. Any changes will be announced in a Blackboard Announcement. You will be responsible for any changes. Your continued enrollment in this course is your implicit agreement to abide by the requirements of this class.

Times and Location

Instructor Information

Sandra Moritz

About the Professor

For information about me, have a look at the UND Directory. 

Course Description

Examination of psychological constructs influencing sport performance and exercise behavior.

Learning Outcomes

The course is designed to introduce you to the field of sport and exercise psychology by providing a broad overview of selected major topics. After successfully completing this course, you should be able to:

• Describe how psychological factors influence involvement and performance in sport (and exercise and physical activity).
• Describe how participation in sport (and exercise and physical activity) influences the psychological makeup of the individuals involved.
• Acquire skills and knowledge about sport (and exercise) psychology that you can apply as an athlete, coach, teacher, athletic trainer, exercise leader, etc.

Course Materials

This textbook is recommended, not required. Weinberg, R.S., & Gould, D. (2024). Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology (8th ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics. ISBN: 978-1-7182-0759-2

Technical Requirements/Assistance

Whether you’re taking courses in the classroom or online, it’s important to have the right technology and equipment.  Visit the UND Technical Requirements webpage for more information. Students are expected to use their official UND email in the course. For technical assistance, please contact UND Technical Support at 701.777.2222. Visit the University Information Technologies (UIT) website for their hours, help documents and other resources.

Minimum Technical Skills Needed

In order to succeed in this course, at a minimum, you should be able to:

Insert minimum requirements expected and needed. In the bulleted example list below

  • Navigate in and use basic Blackboard functions
  • Download and open electronic documents
  • Create, save, and upload/attach electronic documents
  • Send, receive, and manage email

Course Logistics

Access and Log in Information

This course was developed and will be facilitated utilizing Blackboard. To get started with the course, please go to: http://blackboard.UND.edu and log in with your NDUS.Identifier, Username and Password. If you do not know your NDUS Identifier or have forgotten your password, please visit Your NDUS Account page on the UIT website.

Course Overview

This course contains 15 lessons designed to provide an overview of sport and exercise psychology and to assist you in achieving the course objectives. You will work through a combination of required/recommend readings and view captioned videos.
These are the topics covered.
Lesson 1 Welcome to Sport and Exercise Psychology
Lesson 2 Introduction to Psychological Skills Training
Lesson 3 Science and Professional Practice of Sport and Exercise Psychology
Lesson 4 Motivation
Lesson 5 Feedback, Reinforcement, and Intrinsic Motivation
Lesson 6 Arousal, Stress and Anxiety
Lesson 7 Arousal Regulation
Lesson 8 Confidence
Lesson 9 Imagery
Lesson 10 Goal Setting
Lesson 11 Concentration
Lesson 12 Team Dynamics and Cohesion
Lesson 13 Exercise and Psychological Well-Being
Lesson 14 Exercise Behavior and Adherence
Lesson 15 Burnout and Overtraining

Each lesson contains the following structural elements

• Introduction to Lesson
• Lesson Objectives
• To-do List (with required reading and viewing)
• PowerPoint Notes and Lecture
• Summary/Study Guide
• Assessment (Quizzes and Application Activities).

What Should Students Do First?

For the first week, participate in the Introductions blog and review the syllabus.

How Students Should Proceed Each Week for Class Activities

On the left side course menu in Blackboard there is a “Lessons” tab. Inside Lessons you will find all the required readings, videos, and assignments/activities organized by week.

Resources

Many services are available to UND students such as writing assistance from the UND Writing Center, free online tutoring from Smarthinking, and more. Visit the Student Resources page for more information. Students also have access to the UND Student Resource Site via Blackboard. It is recommended that you become familiar with the tools and tutorials within the site to better equip you in navigating the course.

Course Requirements/Expectations

  1. The student will review the syllabus and course schedule posted in Blackboard.
  2. The student will access and follow all course instructions found in the weekly area of the Blackboard course.
  3. The student will listen to all online lectures provided in the individual weekly folders. 
  4. The student will complete and submit assignments, quizzes, etc. by the dated noted and in the manner described in Blackboard and on the course schedule. We will use Central Standard Time for due dates and times.
  5. The student will participate fully and in a timely manner to get the benefit of learning from instructor and/or peers.

Instructor Responsibilities and Feedback

  • The instructor will provide feedback on all assignments within one week from submission.
  • The instructor will be available during appointed Office Hours to answer questions, provide feedback, and offer advice.

Communication

Announcements

Announcements will be posted in Blackboard on a regular basis. Be sure to check the class announcements regularly as they will contain important information about class assignments and other class matters.

Email

You are encouraged to post your questions about the course in the FAQs discussion board forum in the Blackboard site. This is an open forum in which you and your classmates are encouraged to answer each other’s questions. But, if you need to contact me directly, check the Faculty tab in Blackboard or the syllabus for my contact information. I will respond back to you within 24 hours during the week.

Assessments

Quizzes (30%)

Quizzes30

15 @ 2% each

Reflections (45%)

Reflections45

15 @ 3% each

Application Activities (25%)

Application Activities25

5 @ 5% each

Assessment Summary

  1. Quizzes (each one is worth 2% of your final grade = total 30%). There are 15 quizzes that correspond to each topic we will cover. I suggest that once you complete the topic, you complete the quiz. The quizzes are all multiple choice. They are not cumulative. They typically contain 15-20 questions per topic covered. They are to be completed ONLINE through Blackboard and they are NOT proctored. So, YES, you have access to your notes, my PowerPoints and any other materials. The questions you get on your quiz are randomly drawn from a test bank I have created which means everyone will get different questions in a different order. I am telling you this information because there is no way you can sit with a friend who is also taking the quiz and complete your quizzes together. It would be impossible to say “what are you putting down for question #3” because everyone’s question #3 will be different! They are designed to be completed individually. To prepare for the quizzes, make sure to have read all of the assigned readings, watched the recorded lectures, and reviewed the provided study guide.
  2. Reflections (each one is worth 3% of your final grade = total 45%). 

The writing assignments are due at the end of each lesson. The format for these reflections can be video or written. If you wish to record videos, you may use a computer with a webcam or a mobile device. You may either record your video directly to YuJa with the video recorder, or you may record the video on your computer/mobile device and upload it to YuJa later. Please follow the instructions for retrieving the link in Student YuJa Manual

Answer these questions:

• What I Knew: As you complete the Lessons, chances are you already knew some of the material. For example, maybe you used visualization when you were an athlete, but didn’t label it as imagery. In the first part of your reflection, answer the question “What I Knew.” There is no need to paste/recite multiple points from the PowerPoint slides – just concentrate on 1-2 things. Minimum 250 words or 2-5 minutes.

• What Was New: As you complete the Lessons, I hope that you learn new things! And I’m sure that some part of a topic will appeal to you; there are a lot of interesting and exciting parts of sport psychology. In this second part of the reflection, answer the question: “What Was New.” Don’t just say/write “I didn’t know about social loafing” as an example for Team Dynamics. But rather, elaborate, work in your personal experiences. So, something like “the section on social loafing was really interesting to me because I often get frustrated when I’m put in groups and my group members don’t pull their weight. What was new to me is that increasing the identifiability of each group member is one way to stop social loafing. I am definitely going to try this.” Again, don’t read or paste material right from my PowerPoint notes, but rather, focus on 1-2 things that are meaningful to you! Minimum 250 words or 2-5 minutes.

2. Activities (5 at 5% each = 25% of your final grade). For each topic, there is an “application” section called “Do you want to do more?” This section includes some fun assignments, for example, looking at how exercise effects mood, or completing your own goal setting sheet. Pick the topics you like best and do more! You are required to complete 5 of these and they are all due by August 4th, 11:59pm but you can submit them anytime.  

Assignment                                               Final Grade
  1. Quizzes (15 @ 2% each)                          30%
  2. Reflections (15 @ 3% each)                     45%
  3. Application Activities (5 @ 5% each)        25%

Total: 100%

Final Grade Scale

> 89.5% A

79.5-89.4% B

69.5-79.5% C

59.5-69.4% D

< 59.4% F

Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Week of Reading(s): Agenda/Topic: Due:
5/15 Lesson 1: Introduction to Sport & Exercise Psychology
5/22 Lesson 2: Science & Professional Practice of Sport & Exercise Psychology
Lesson 3: Introduction to Psychological Skills Training
5/29 Lesson 4: Motivation
Lesson 5: Feedback, Reinforcement & Intrinsic Motivation		 Quizzes for Lessons 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 are due June 2nd, 11:59pm CST
Reflections for Lessons 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5 are due June 2nd, 11:59pm CST
6/5 Lesson 6: Arousal
Lesson 7: Arousal Regulation
6/12 Lesson 8: Confidence
6/19 Lesson 9: Imagery
6/26 Lesson 10: Goal Setting Quizzes for Lessons 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10 are due June 30th, 11:59pm CST
Reflections for Lessons 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10 are due June 30th, 11:59pm CST
7/3 Lesson 11: Concentration
7/10 Lesson 12: Team Dynamics & Cohesion
7/17 Lesson 13: Exercise & Psychological Well-Being
Lesson 14: Exercise Behavior & Adherence
7/24 Lesson 15: Burnout & Overtraining
7/31 Quizzes for Lessons 11, 12, 13, 14, & 15 are due August 4th, 11:59pm CST
Reflections for Lessons 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15 are due August 4th, 11:59pm CST
Application Activities are due August 4th, 11:59pm CST

Course Policies

Assignment Policy

Due dates for each assignment or activity are posted in Blackboard.

Late Work

It is important that you understand the HARD DEADLINES. For each topic we cover, there is a quiz that you must do. I recommend that you review the topics and complete the quizzes each week, but, I’m also aware that sometimes things come up, and you can't get the work done. For this reason, there are three HARD DEADLINES in this course.

It is important that you understand the HARD DEADLINES. For each topic we cover, there is a quiz that you must do. I recommend that you review the topics and complete the quizzes each week, but, I’m also aware that sometimes things come up, and you cant get the work done. For this reason, there are three HARD DEADLINES in this course.

Hard Deadline #1. Work from Weeks 1 to 3 will be due at the end of Week 3 (or June 2nd).  

Hard Deadline #2. Work from Weeks 4 to 7 will be due at the end of Week 7 (or June 30th).

Hard Deadline #3. Work from Weeks 8 to 11 and the Application Activities will be due at the end of Week 12 (or August 4th).

All assignments must be submitted by the hard deadlines posted in the course. The acceptance of late assignments is at the discretion of the instructor, provided that you contact the instructor before the due date and ask for an extension. All requirements for this course must be completed during the course dates.

Class Participation

Students are required to login regularly to the online class site. 

Incompletes

It is expected that students will complete all requirements for a course during the time frame of the course. For reasons beyond a student’s control, and upon request by the student or on behalf of the student, an incomplete grade may be assigned by the instructor when there is reasonable certainty the student will successfully complete the course without retaking it. The mark “I,” Incomplete, will be assigned only to the student who has been in attendance and has done satisfactory work up to a time within four weeks of the close of the semester, including the examination period, and whose work is incomplete for reasons satisfactory to his or her instructor. More information regarding UND’s Incomplete policy can be found on The Grading System webpage.

Resolution of Problems

Should a problem occur, you should speak to your instructor first. If the problem is not resolved, meet with [insert name here]. If the problem continues to be unresolved, go to the department chair, and next to the college dean. Should the problem persist, you have the right to go to the provost next, and then to the president.

Netiquette

When participating in class (online or in person) it is important to interact with your peers in an appropriate manner. Netiquette is a set of rules for behaving properly online. Here are a few basic points to remember when communicating in this course:

Be scholarly. Use proper language, grammar, and spelling. Explain your thoughts, justify opinions, and credit the ideas of others by citing scholarly resources. Avoid misinforming others when you are unsure of the answer.  When discussing something and supplying a guess, clearly state that.

Be respectful. Respect the privacy of others. Do not share personal or professional information about others unless permission has been granted. Respect diversity and opinions that differ from their own. Be tactful when you communicate.

Be professional. Everyone should strive to give their best impression online. Truthfulness, accuracy, and running a final spell check are appropriate expectations for university students. Writing in a legible font and limiting the use of emoticons is considered professional behavior. Profanity and participation in hostile interactions, known as flaming, is unprofessional as well as disruptive.

Be polite. Students should address professors and instructors by the appropriate title or requested name. Students should interact online politely, just as they would be expected to do in a physical environment. Sarcasm, rudeness, and writing in all capital letters (shouting) should be avoided.

 

College/Department Policies

In addition to Course and University Policies, the Colleges and/or Departments may have some of their own.  Please edit this section to add any polices for your college or department.  This could include things like mission statements, professional standards, ethical statements, etc.

University of North Dakota Policies & Resources

Academic Integrity

Academic integrity is a serious matter, and any deviations from appropriate behavior will be dealt with strongly. At the discretion of the professor, situations of concern may be dealt with as a scholastic matter or a disciplinary matter.

As a scholastic matter, the professor has the discretion to determine appropriate penalties for the student’s workload or grade, but the situation may be resolved without involving many individuals. An alternative is to treat the situation as a disciplinary matter, which can result in suspension from the University, or have lesser penalties. Be aware that I view this as a very serious matter and will have little tolerance and/or sympathy for questionable practices. A student who attempts to obtain credit for work that is not their own (whether that be on a paper, quiz, homework assignment, exam, etc.) will likely receive a failing grade for that item of work, and at the professor’s discretion, may also receive a failing grade in the course. For more information read the Code of Student Life.

Access and Opportunity, Disability Support, & Medical Services

The University of North Dakota is committed to providing equal access to students with documented disabilities. To ensure access to this class and your program, please contact Disability Services for Students (DSS) to engage in a confidential discussion about accommodations for the classroom and clinical settings. Accommodations are not provided retroactively. Students are encouraged to register with DSS at the start of their program. More information can be obtained by email UND.dss@UND.edu or by phone at 701.777.2664.

COVID-19

UND is committed to maintaining a safe learning environment while providing quality learning experiences for our students. COVID-19’s continued presence within our UND community may necessitate changes in classroom management as the academic year progresses. As such, UND asks students and instructors to be flexible when necessary to promote a safe environment for learning. Please do not attend an in-person class or lab if you are feeling ill, particularly if you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, or if you have been directed by health professionals to quarantine or isolate. If you are not able to attend class or lab, please notify your instructor as soon as possible and discuss options for making up any missed work in order to ensure your ability to succeed in the course. If you will have an extended absence due to serious illness or other uncontrollable circumstances, you may request an absence notification through the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Similarly, if your instructor is ill they may need to cancel class or temporarily move your course to online delivery to ensure that you are able to complete the course successfully.  Instructors may require students to wear masks in the classroom or in the laboratory as a preventative measure designed to facilitate uninterrupted classroom engagement and to facilitate health and safety in the classroom.   If your instructor does require masks in class or in a laboratory, you are expected to comply with that request.

UND also strongly encourages all members of the University community, including students, to get vaccinated, seek out testing when needed, and model positive behavior both on- and off-campus to foster a healthy and safe learning environment for all students. Individuals who would like to discuss disability accommodations regarding masks should contact the Disability Services for Students (DSS) office at 701.777.2664 or UND.dss@UND.edu. Individuals who are unable to wear a mask due to a sincerely held religious belief should contact the UND Equal Opportunity and Title IX Office at 701.777.4171 or UND.EO.TitleIX@UND.edu.

Religious Accommodations

UND offers religious accommodations, which are reasonable changes in the academic environment that enable a student to practice or observe a sincerely held religious belief without undue hardship on the University. Examples include time for prayer or the ability to attend religious events or observe a religious holiday. To request an accommodation, complete the student religious accommodation request form. If you have any questions, you may contact the Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office.

Pregnancy Accommodations

Students who need assistance with academic adjustments related to pregnancy or childbirth may contact the Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office or Academic Affairs to learn about your options. Additional information and services may be found at Pregnancy Resources.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

It is the policy of the University of North Dakota that no person shall be discriminated against because of race, religion, age, color, gender, disability, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, veteran’s status, or political belief or affiliation and the equal opportunity and access to facilities shall be available to all. Concerns regarding Title IX, Title VI, Title VII, ADA, and Section 504 may be addressed to Donna Smith, Assistant Vice President for Equal Opportunity & Title IX and Title IX/ADA Coordinator, 102 Twamley Hall, 701.777.4171, UND.EO.TitleIX@UND.edu or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Dept. of Education, 230 S. Dearborn St., 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 or any other federal agency.

Reporting of Discrimination, Harassment, or Sexual Misconduct

If you or a friend has experienced sexual misconduct, such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, please contact the Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office or UND’s Title IX Coordinator, Donna Smith, for assistance: 701.777.4171; donna.smith@UND.edu; or visit the Title IX webpage. You may also contact the Equal Opportunity & Title IX office if you or a friend has experienced discrimination or harassment based on a protected class, such as race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, marital or parental status, veteran's status, or political belief or affiliation.

Faculty Reporting Obligations Regarding Discrimination, Harassment, or Sexual Misconduct

It is important for students to understand that faculty are required to share with UND’s Title IX Coordinator any incidents of sexual misconduct or of discrimination or harassment based on a protected class that they become aware of, even if those incidents occurred in the past or are disclosed as part of a class assignment. This does not mean an investigation will occur if the student does not want that, but it does allow UND to provide resources to help the student continue to be successful at UND. If you have been impacted by discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct, you can find information about confidential support services on the Equal Opportunity & Title IX webpage..

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How to Seek Help When in Distress

We know that while college is a wonderful time for most students, however, some students may struggle or have issues that arise. You may experience students in distress on campus, in your classroom, in your home, and within residence halls. Distressed students may initially seek assistance from faculty, staff members, their parents, and other students. In addition to the support we can provide to each other, there are also professional support services available to students through the Dean of Students and University Counseling Center. Both staffs are available to consult with you about getting help or providing a friend with the help that he or she may need. For more additional information, please visit the UND Cares Program Webpage.

How to Recognize When a Student is in Distress

The term “distressed” can mean any of the following:

  • Student has significant changes in eating, sleeping, grooming, spending, or other daily activities.
  • Student has cut off or minimized contact with family or friends.
  • Student has significant changes in performance or involvement in academics, sports, extracurricular, or social activities.
  • Student describes problems (missing class, not remembering, destructive behavior) that result from experiences with drinking or drugs.
  • Student is acting withdrawn, volatile, tearful, etc.
  • Student is acting out of character or different than usual.
  • Student is talking explicitly about hopelessness or suicide.
  • Student has difficulty concentrating or difficulty carrying on a normal conversation.
  • Student has excessive dependence on others for company or support.
  • Student reports feeling out of control of one’s emotions, thoughts, or behaviors.

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Additional Resources

It is my goal to foster an environment of mutual respect in which everyone feels comfortable voicing their opinions, sharing their stories, and learning about potentially heavy or personally relevant material. If, at any point, you feel like the information covered in this class elicits thoughts, feelings, or concerns that you would like to discuss further, don’t hesitate to reach out to me, or the UND Counseling Center (701-777-2127).

Further, if you experience extenuating circumstances, sexual violence, identity-based harm, or any other personal crisis during the semester, don’t hesitate to reach out to me so we can provide academic assistance and help you in this course, and put you in contact with the appropriate resources and services (if needed).