Understanding Sports Coaching

Understanding Sports Coaching
Tania Cassidy
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This innovative introduction to the theory and practice of sports coaching emphasises the social context of training, developing and managing athletes.The book argues that although coaches commonly employ techniques such as feedback, reflection and a variety in instructional models and learning styles, most do so implicitly and without fully understanding the complex interplay between coach, player, content and social context. By defining 'learning' as a social practice rather than a simple transmission of facts, the book aims to deepen the coach's understanding of the coaching process, to help coaches systematically develop their programmes and to get the best out of their athletes. Understanding Sports Coaching is relevant for working with athletes of all abilities. It explores every aspect of coaching practice and includes practical exercises to encourage reflective practice and to highlight the issues faced by the successful sports coach. This book is essential reading for all students of sports coaching.Understanding Sports Coaching provides an innovative introduction to the theory and practice of sports coaching, highlighting the social, cultural and pedagogical concepts underpinning good practice including:· Athlete motivation· Viewing the athlete as a learner· Instructional methods· Coaches' content knowledge· ReflectionEach chapter includes practical exercises to highlight issues faced by the successful sports coach. This book is essential reading for students of sports coaching and for professional coaches looking to develop their skills.

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2004, Taylor & Francis Inc
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2004, Taylor & Francis Group Plc
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OL24299924M
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0203339835
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