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Dickinson, John – 1976
This book explores some of the basic principles of behavior which have been derived from the study of operant conditioning and considers the phenomenon of sport in society in the light of these principles. First, some of the terms used in Skinnerian behavioral analysis are defined and explained. The second section examines the reinforcements…
Descriptors: Athletics, Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Behavior Theories
Peer reviewedSmith, Ronald E.; And Others – Behavior Modification, 1996
Discusses the use of behavioral assessment for both descriptive and program evaluation purposes. Notes the use of behavioral assessment to study coaching behaviors and their effects on young athletes. Operant and cognitive-behavioral interventions have proven effective in both athletic and psychosocial outcomes. Discusses unresolved issues and…
Descriptors: Athletic Coaches, Athletics, Behavior, Behavior Change
Download full textCox, Richard H., Ed. – 1979
The papers included in this collection focus on two topics: teaching behavior in physical education, or women in sport. The papers include the following: A Model for the Study of Pygmalion Effects in Physical Education; A Need to Look at Dyadic Interactions; An Observational Study of Teacher's Expectancy Effects and Their Mediating Mechanisms;…
Descriptors: Athletics, Behavior Change, Behavior Patterns, Behavioral Science Research
