PSYCH 124S Lecture Notes - Lecture 28: Reinforcement, Positive Feedback, Psych
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On the basis of 25 years of research, smoll and smith (2001) provide some guidelines for coaching young athletes. Do provide reinforcement immediately after positive behaviors and reinforce effort as much as results. Do give encouragement and corrective instruction immediately after mistakes. Emphasize what the athlete did well, not what the athlete did poorly. Don"t punish when athletes make a mistake. Fear of failure is reduced if you work to reduce fear of punishment. Don"t give corrective feedback in a hostile, demeaning, or harsh manner; that is likely to increase frustration and build resentment. Do maintain order by establishing clear expectations. Use positive reinforcement to strengthen the correct behaviors rather than punishment of incorrect behaviors. Don"t get into the position of having to constantly nag or threaten athletes to. Do use encouragement selectively so that it is meaningful. Encourage effort but prevent chaos. don"t demand results.
