Module Details
| Module Code: |
SPRT6023 |
| Title: |
Coaching Principles & Practice
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Long Title:
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Coaching Principles & Practice in Sport
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 2 - 2020/21 ( January 2021 ) |
| Field of Study: |
8130 - Sports and Recreation
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| Module Description: |
This module is one of the Coaching Science suite of modules. Students will engage in the process of planning, delivering and evaluating effective sports coaching sessions. During the module students will develop concurrently, practical coaching skills as well as theoretical knowledge which will guide and underpin their approach. This module will place particular emphasis on coaching in a youth sport context.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Review the literature examining the correlates and determinants associated with participation and dropout in youth sport to inform discussion supportingthe practical implications of this research for coaches. |
| LO2 |
Review principles and theories (e.g. Self Determination Theory) associated with effective coaching with particular focus on the development of positive coach-athlete relationship and the holistic development of the athlete. |
| LO3 |
Plan a series of developmentally appropriate coaching sessions for youth sport supported by relevant theoretical approaches (e.g. complex learning theory) which will develop athletes tactically, technically and physically. |
| LO4 |
Effectively deliver and evaluate developmentally appropriate activity sessions for youth sport which are supported by relevant theoretical approaches (e.g. complex learning theory) in a safe and positive environment. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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| No incompatible modules listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
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| No requirements listed |
| Indicative Content |
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Principles of Coaching
An examination of elements associated with ‘effective coaching’. An analysis of key concepts such as: ‘athlete centred approach’; coaching for character and the holistic development of the athletes. Review of components of effective communication with athletes and supporting evidence. Examination of the coach athlete relationship and examination of theoretical models such as Self Determination Theory which may inform the coaches approach.
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Psychological Aspects pertinent for Sport Participation
An examination of the factors (correlates) of sport participation and dropout. The meaning of success to children. How an examination of children’s needs and participation trends should inform our coaching approach and philosophy.
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Planning & Evaluation
Planning of sports coaching sessions suitable for athletes in youth sport. After completion of the sessions students will be asked to evaluate their performance as the coach in these sessions in an attempt to develop themselves as reflective practitioners. This will form integral components of the coaching process i.e. planning, implementing, evaluating, planning.
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Technical Development
Organisation and implementation of effective activity sessions to develop and improve athlete technical competence. Examination of ‘how’ to coach a skill. How to adapt and progress activities as appropriate to develop technical components of athlete development. Review of both of implicit and explicit motor learning approaches and supporting literature.
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Tactical Development
Examination of tactical development in sport. Development of coaching practices to promote tactical prowess among athletes. Review of the use of game-based coaching and scenario based activities for tactical development.
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Physical Development
Examination of the growing athlete in competitive sport and planning of the sessions to promote physical development based on scientific literature in the field. Ensuring physical development programme is appropriate to the needs of the athletes and the demands of the sport. Overtraining causes and symptoms.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
| No End of Module Formal Examination |
| Reassessment Requirement |
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
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The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Class based lecture |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Practical coaching class |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
independent self directed learning |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
| Workload: Part Time |
| Workload Type |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
| Lecture |
Contact |
Class based lecture |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Practical coaching class |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Self directed independent learning |
Every Week |
4.00 |
4 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Vealey, R.. (2016), Best Practice for Youth Sport, 1st Edition. Human Kinetics, Champaign, Ilinois, [ISBN: 9780736066969].
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Lyle, J. & Cushion, C.. (2016), Sport Coaching Concepts: A framework for coaching practice, 2nd. Routledge, UK, [ISBN: 0415675774].
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Gilbert, W.. (2017), Coaching Better Every Season, Human Kinetics, Champaign, Illinois., [ISBN: 978492507666].
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Martens, R.. (2012), Successful Coaching, 4th Edition. Human Kinetics, Champaign, Illinois., [ISBN: 9781450400510].
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Launder, L., Piltz, W.. (2013), Play Practice, 2nd Edition. Human Kinetics, Champaign, Illinois., [ISBN: 9781492575948].
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Kidman, L. & Lombardo, B.J.. (2010), Athlete-Centred Coaching: Developing Decision Makers, 2nd. IPC Print Resources, [ISBN: 095650650X].
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| Other Resources |
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Report, Burns, C., Murphy, J.J., Vaughan, J.,
MacNamara, Á, MacDonncha, C.. (2014), Correlates of Adolescent Sport
Participation, Department of Sport Leisure and
Childhood Studies,, Cork Institute of Technology and The
Gaelic Athletic Association, Dublin,
Ireland..
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