Status of the 'Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology,' 1985-1990
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The Journal of Sports and Exercise Psychology has maintained its position a respected scholarly periodical in its field between 1985 and 1990. An analysis of the submissions for that period demonstrates that changes in methodology and article concepts are occurring very slowly. Innovative techniques are lacking, but the changes reflect an increasing sophistication in conventional method. The editorial procedures and a classification of topics, authors and methodology are presented.
Publication Name: Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0895-2779
Year: 1992
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The role of perceived competence in the motivation of physical activity
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A study of the role of perceived competence in motivating physical activities reveals a positive relationship between task orientation and perceived competence. Task orientation is a better predictor of efforts for girls. Physical education students' perception of competence while playing games are independent of ego orientation and its interaction with perceived competence. A model showing the relationship between goal orientations and motivated behavior is discussed.
Publication Name: Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0895-2779
Year: 1995
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A cross-cultural extension of goal perspective theory to Korean youth sport
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Task and ego orientations were positively associated with intrinsic motivation in middle-school aged, Korean athletes. The findings moderately supported predicted relationship between goal orientations and sport-related experience. Ego orientation was not was not detrimental to intrinsic motivation.
Publication Name: Journal of Sport & Exercise Psychology
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0895-2779
Year: 1997
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