Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
- SYO 224 Turkish Compulsory 4. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to face
Course Coordinator
Instructor(s) Doç. Dr. Şirin PEPE (Bahar)
Goals The aim of this course is to examine the basic concepts, theories, and applications of sports psychology and to enable students to understand the relationship between behavior, motivation, attention, anxiety, self-confidence, leadership, group dynamics, and performance in sport.
Course Content This course covers the definition and development of sports psychology, motivation in sport, attention and concentration, anxiety and stress management, self-confidence, goal setting, imagery, leadership, communication within teams, group dynamics, aggression, burnout, and psychological factors affecting athletic performance.
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Explains the basic concepts of sports psychology.
2 Evaluates the relationship between motivation and performance in sport.
3 Explains the effects of attention, concentration, and anxiety on athletic performance.
4 Defines psychological skills such as self-confidence, goal setting, and imagery.
5 Discusses the importance of communication, leadership, and group dynamics in teams.
6 Evaluates issues such as stress, burnout, and aggression in sport settings
7 Interprets the effects of psychological factors on athlete behavior and performance.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to sports psychology, basic concepts, and historical development Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
2. Week Theoretical foundations of sports psychology Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
3. Week Motivation in sport: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
4. Week Attention, concentration, and focus Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
5. Week Anxiety, stress, and athletic performance Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
6. Week Self-confidence and self-efficacy Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
7. Week Goal setting and psychological skills training Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
9. Week Imagery and mental training Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
10. Week Personality and athlete behavior Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
11. Week Team communication and group dynamics Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
12. Week Leadership and coach-athlete relationship Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
13. Week Aggression, anger, and ethical behavior in sport Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week değerlendirme Burnout, psychological resilience, and general evaluation Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities, Presentation (Preparation)
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Develop solutions with the help of principles related to application problems in the field of sports management
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7
PY1 3 4 3 4 3 4 3
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Başer, E. (1986). Uygulamalı Spor Psikolojisi. Ankara: M.E.G.S.B. Yayınları
  • Konter, E. (1998). Sporda psikolojik Hazırlığın Teori ve Pratiği. Ankara: Bağırgan Yayınevi
  • SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY (COSTAS I.,KARAGEORGHIS PETER C.TERRY)
Evaluation Method
Bahar Dönemi
Responsible Personnel Grup Evaluation Method Percentage
Doç. Dr. Şirin PEPE Vize 40.00
Doç. Dr. Şirin PEPE Final 60.00
Toplam 100.00
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Presentation (Preparation) 14 1 14
Other Activities 14 1 14
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 30 30
Final 1 27.5 27.5
Total Workload 127.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 5.0