Understanding Bandura's Self Efficacy Theory

What is the definition of Self Efficacy?

• The belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task

• The influence of genetic factors on behaviour

• The athletes belief in their ability to achieve their goals.

• How the athlete feels about themselves.

According to Bandura, which of the following is NOT a source of self-efficacy?

• Performance Accomplishments

• Vicarious experiences

• Verbal persuasion

• Genetic predisposition

Which of the following best describes "vicarious experiences" in the context of self-efficacy?

• Learning through direct personal experience

• Observing others successfully completing a task

• Receiving verbal encouragement from others

• Reflecting on past failures

In Bandura's theory, how can self-efficacy be improved through "verbal persuasion"?

• By observing others fail at a task

• By receiving positive feedback and encouragement

• By avoiding challenging tasks

• By focusing solely on past failures

According to Banduras Theory, how does 'performance accomplishments' impact self efficacy?

• Positive feedback from a coach will increase your efficacy.

• Your previous experiences (pos or neg) will increase or decrease efficacy in the future.

• Your emotional response to a situation will decrease efficacy.

• Seeing people similar to yourself succeed will increase efficaacy.

The opinion of value that an athlete has on themselves. (Two Words)

(a)  

Vealey's Model of Self Confidence

• Sources of Sport Confidence

• Trait Confidence

• Constructs of Sport Confidence

• Previous Experiences

• Consequences of Sport Performance

• Impact on the athlete and performance

• Factors Influencing Sport Confidence

• Parents, Friends, Coaches, Team Mates