Application of Social Psychology to Sports Teams

 There are 4 questions. In a Word Document, present each question with your response. Use at least a 12 point font. Double Spaced is preferred. Use APA format for references. In text In a reference list at the end of the paper CLO1: Analyze: Students will draw connections among ideas by comparing and contrasting the scientific goals, definitions, and methods while demonstrating their skills in written communication, critical thinking, and information literacy. Pick ONE of the compare/contrast choices (a, b, or c). Answer your choice in 1-2 detailed paragraphs with supporting answers and citations. Question 1 a. Compare and contrast these concepts: Team Role Clarity and Role Acceptance b. Compare and contrast these concepts: Team Cohesion and Collective Efficacy c. Compare and contrast these concepts: Team Process Goals and Performance Goals CLO2: Comprehend/Evaluate: Students will understand the value of theory and justify their decision for selecting the best social psychological theory covered across 10 application areas based on a set of criteria while demonstrating their skills in written communication, critical thinking, and information literacy. Question 2 Which theory/model discussed in the chapter was the best theory or model? Explain your rationale with examples. You can also bring in additional background information. CLO3: Apply: Students will use information in new situations while demonstrating their skills in written communication, critical thinking, and information literacy. Question 3 Review the chapter findings and other research and apply sports team cohesion research findings to improving your new department at work. Scenario: As the newly assigned supervisor to a new department, what conditions would you set up to improve both task and social cohesion and performance in your department? CLO4: Create: Students will produce new works or ideas by formulating practical solutions to social problems while demonstrating their skills in written communication, critical thinking, and information literacy. Question 4 Help the Team! Empower Team cohesion and collective self-efficacy? Imagine you are the sports psychologist assigned to an underachieving basketball team. The coach needs your assistance. Describe the interventions you would use to improve both team cohesion and collective self-efficacy. Provide your rationale. Include information from the research. (Note: According to Bandura (1995) self-efficacy theory, there are four sources of self-efficacy, http://reflectd.co/2014/01/20/self-efficacy-beliefs/ (Links to an external site.)).