The course covers selective contemporary psychological themes relevant to understand antecedents and outcomes of young people, adults and elderly's involvement in competitive sport, exercise and physical activity. Topics comprise individual-environment dynamics and will cover various sub-themes within psychology of sport and physical activity under the umbrella of generic terms such as motivation, emotions, self-regulation and social influence. 

Intensive course over three weeks.The course will be taught entirely in English.

Students' are expected to gain knowledge and understanding of psychological factors influencing participation, learning, performance and well-being/mental health in sport, exercise and physical activity for different age groups. 

Students should obtain in depth knowledge and understanding regarding:

• Motivational, cognitive, organismic and social-ecological theories & modelsrelevant for understanding participation in and learning, performance, and health/wellbeing effects of sport, exercise and physical activity
• Theories and models pertaining to emotions and beliefs(such as anxiety, stress, enjoyment, vitality, competence, control and attitudinal beliefs) in sport, exercise and physical activity - considered both in terms of outcomes and as antecedents of learning, performance, health/well-being and behavior change
• The role of social influence(such as group dynamics, social support, modeling and relatedness) in facilitating learning, performance, well-being/mental health for different age groups in sport, exercise and physical activity
• The role of adaptive and maladaptive self-regulation (such as planning, monitoring, goal setting, self-handicapping etc.) that may facilitate or prevent learning, performance development and mental health/well-being in sport, exercise and physical activity

3 weeks of intensive course work Monday -Friday. Week 1 and 2 comprise lectures, individual & group coursework, discussion & student presentations of assignments. Week 3 individual work on written literature review (final exam). Students shall participate actively and sufficiently in the classes. The student forfeits the right to take the final examination (see below) if the given group assignment has not been conducted by set deadline, or if conducted assignment are not approved.

• Group assignment written outline with oral presentation during course (approved/not approved)
• Final examination: One-week individually written literature review (graded A-F).

MAIN READING:

Collection of papers:
Ommundsen, Y. (Ed.). (2014). Psychology of sport and physical activity: MA401: 2014-2015. (Artikkelsamling). Oslo: Norges idrettshøgskole.
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The reference list for the collection of papers above:
Beilock, S.L. & Gray, R. (2007). Why do athletes choke under pressure? In: G.Tenenbaum & R. C. Eklund (Eds.), Handbook of sport psychology (3rd ed.). (pp. 425-444). Hoboken, N.J.: Wiley.
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Biddle, S. & Mutrie, N. (2008). Physical activity: A feel-good effect? In: S. Biddle & N. Mutrie, Psychology of physical activity: Determinants, well-being and interventions. (pp. 161-284). London: Routlegde.
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Cotteril, S. (2013). Developing a positive team environment. In: S. Cotteril, Team psychology in sports: Theory and practice. (pp 22-35). New York: Routledge.
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Cotteril, S. (2013). Developing effective team communication. In: S. Cotteril, Team psychology in sports: Theory and practice. (pp 48-64). New York: Routledge.
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Cotteril, S. (2013). Role clarity and role acceptance. In: S. Cotteril, Team psychology in sports: Theory and practice. (pp 36-47). New York: Routledge.
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Crocker, P.R.E, Kowalski, K.C. & Hadd, V. (2008). The role of the self. In: A.L. Smith & S. Biddle (Eds.), Youth physical activity and sedentary behavior: Challenges and solutions. (pp. 215-232). Champaign, Ill.: Human Kinetics.
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Hagger, M.S. & Chatzisarantis, N.L.D. (2008) Youth attitudes. In: A. L. Smith & S. Biddle (Eds.), Youth physical activity and sedentary behavior: Challenges and solutions. (pp 167-192). Champaign, Ill.: Human Kinetics.
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Hall, H.K., Hill, A.P. & Appleton, P.R. (2012). Perfectionism: A foundation for sporting excellence or an uneasy pathway toward Purgatory? In: G.C. Roberts & D.C. Treasure (Eds.), Advances in motivation in sport and exercise (3rd ed.). (pp. 129-168). Champaign, Ill.: Human Kinetics.
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Hatfield, B.D. & Kerick, S.E. (2007). The Psychology of superior sportpPerformance: A cognitive and affective neuroscience perspective. In: G.Tenenbaum & R. C. Eklund (Eds.), Handbook of Sport Psychology (3rd ed.). (pp. 84-109). Hoboken, N.J.: Wiley.
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Holt, N.L. & Hoar, S.D. (2006). The multidimensional construct of social support. In: S.Hanton and S.D. Mellalieu (Eds.), Literature reviews in sport psychology. (pp. 199-225). New York: Nova Science Publishers.
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Kipp, L.E. & Weiss, M.R. (2013). Physical activity and self-perceptions among children and adolescents. In: P. Ekkekakis (Ed.), The Routledge handbook of physical activity and mental health. (Routledge Intenational Handbooks). (pp. 187-199 ). London: Routledge.
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Loughead, T.M & Hardy, J. (2006). Team cohesion: From theory to research to team building. In: S.Hanton & S.D. Mellalieu (Eds.), Literature reviews in Sport psychology. (pp. 257-287). New York: Nova Science Publishers.
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McAlister, A, Perry, C.L. & Parcel, G.S. (2008). How individuals, environments and health behaviours interact: Social cognitive theory. In: K. Glanz, B. K. Rimer & K. Viswanath (Eds), Health behavior and health education: Theory research and practice (4th ed.). (pp. 169-188). San Francisco: Josey-Bass.
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Roberts, G.C. (2012). Motivation in sport and exercise from an achievement goal theory perspective: After 30 years, where are we? In: G.C. Roberts & D.C. Treasure (Eds.), Advances in motivation in sport and exercise (3rd ed.). (pp. 5-58). Champaign, Ill.: Human Kinetics.
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Ryan, R.M. & Deci, E.L. (2007). Active human nature: Self-determination theory and the promotion and maintenance of sport, exercise, and health. In: M.S. Hagger & N.L.D. Chatzisarantis (Eds.), Intrinsic motivation and self-determination in exercise and sport. (pp. 1-19). Champaign, Ill.: Human Kinetics.
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In addition to the above mentioned collection of papers, you are to read the following book chapter and articles:

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BOOK CHAPTER:
Ommundsen, Y., Løndal, K. & Loland, S. (2014). Sport, children and well-being. In: A. Ben-Arieh, I. Frønes, F. Casas & J.E. Korbin (Eds.), Handbook on child well-being: Theories, methods and policies in global perspective. Vol. 2. (pp. 911-940). Springer Verlag.
You will find this chapter in Fronter.

ARTICLES:
Baumeister, R.F. & Vohs, K.D. (2007). Self-regulation, ego depletion, and motivation. Social and Personality Psychology Compass, 1.
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Biddle, S.J.H. & Asare, M. (2011). Physical activity and mental health in children and adolescents: A review of reviews. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 45, 886-895.
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Bratland-Sanda, S., Sundgot-Borgen, J., Rø, Ø., Rosenvinge, J.H., Hoffart, A. & Martinsen, E. (2010). Physical activity and exercise dependence during inpatient treatment of longstanding eating disorders: An exploratory study of excessive and non-excessive exercisers. International Journal of Eating Disorders, 43(3), 266-273.
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Callow, N. & Smith, M.J. et al. (2009). Measurement of transformational leadership and its relationship with team cohesion and performance level. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 21(4), 395-412.
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Cook, B.J. & Hausenblas, H.A. (2008). The role of exercise dependence for the relationship between exercise behavior and eating pathology: Mediator or moderator? Journal of Health Psychology, 13(4), 495-502.
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Deslandes, A., Moraes, H., Ferreira, C., Veiga, H., Silveira, H., Mouta, R. (et al.). (2009). Exercise and mental health: Many reasons to move. Neuropsychobiology, 59, 191-198.
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Dewar, A.J. & Kavussanu, M. (2012). Achievement goals and emotions in team sport athletes. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 1(4), 254-267.
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Downs, D.S. & Hausenblas, H.A. (2005). The theories of reasoned action and planned behavior applied to exercise: A meta-analytic update. Journal of Physical Activity & Health, 2(1), 76-97.
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Duncan, M. J., Spence, J. C. & Mummery, W.K. (2005). Perceived environment and physical activity: a meta-analysis of selected environmental characteristics. International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, 2.
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Ekkekakis, P., Parfitt, G. & Petruzzello, S.J (2011). The pleasure and displeasure people feel when they exercise at different intensities. Sports Medicine, 41(8), 641-671.
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Fox, K.R. (1999). The influence of physical activity on mental wellbeing. Public Health Nutrition, 2(3a), 411-418.
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Hagger, M. & Chatzisarantis, N. (2008). Self-determination theory and the psychology of exercise. International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 1(1), 79-103
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Hagger, M.S., Wood, C.W., Stiff, C. & Chatzisarantis, N.L.D (2010). Self-regulation and the self-control in exercise. The strength: Energy model. International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 3(1), 62-86.
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Jõesaar, H., Hein,V. & Hagger, M.S. (2012). Youth athletes' perception of autonomy support from the coach, peer motivational climate and intrinsic motivation in sport setting: One-year effects. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 13(3), 257-262.
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Kipp, L.E. & Weiss, M.R. (2013). Social influences, psychological need satisfaction, and well-being among female adolescent gymnasts. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 2(1), 62-75.
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Ommundsen,Y., Roberts, G.C., Lemyre, P.N. & Treasure, D. (2003). Perceived motivational climate in male yputh soccer: Relations to social-moral functioning, sportspersonship and team norm perceptions. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 4(4), 397-413.
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Ommundsen,Y., Roberts, G.C., Lemyre, P.N. & Miller, B. (2005). Peer relationships in adolescent competitive soccer: Associations to perceived motivational climate, achievement goals, and perfectionism. Journal of Sports Sciences, 23(9), 977-989.
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Rumbold, J.L., Fletcher, D. & Daniels, K. (2012). A systematic review of stress management interventions with sport performers. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 1(3), 173-193.
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Sniehotta, F.F. (2009). Towards a theory of intentional behaviour change: Plans, planning, and self-regulation. British Journal of Health Psychology, 14(2), 261-273.
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Solberg, P.A,. Hopkins,W.G., Ommundsen,Y. & Halvari, H. (2012). Effects of three training types on vitality among older adults: A self-determination theory perspective. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 13, 407- 417.
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Vandereycken,W. (2011). Media hype, diagnostic fad or genuine disorder? Professionals’opinions about night eating syndrome, orthorexia, muscle dysmorphia, and emetophobia. Eating Disorders, 19(2), 145-155.
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Young, S., Rhodes, P., Toouyz, S. & Hay,P. (2013). The relationship between obsessive-compulsive personality disorder traits, obsessive-compulsive disorder and excessive exercise in patients with anorexia nervosa: A systematic review. Journal of Eating Disorders, 1, 16.
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