MMSPORTS PSYCHOLOGY
ALL LEARNING PATHWAYS

FOR STUDENTS · TRINIDAD & TOBAGO + THE CARIBBEAN

Connect theory, evidence and Caribbean sport

Begin with a precise definition, examine the evidence and then apply it to a clearly described sporting task. Keep what the case tells you separate from what you infer. The public activities are for practice, not submission of graded coursework.

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3 suggested modules · Read and practise at your own pace

YOUR LEARNING SEQUENCE

Understand. Try. Reflect.

Keep one sporting example in mind as you move between the modules.

  1. 01

    Confidence & Self-Efficacy

    Distinguish related psychological constructs

    Confidence is a broad belief in one’s capability, while self-efficacy concerns belief about performing a particular task in a particular situation.

    Try this

    Explain why a broad confidence statement differs from a task-specific efficacy judgement.

    Open Confidence & Self-Efficacy ↗Go straight to the practice activity →
  2. 02

    Self-Talk

    Analyse function as well as wording

    Self-talk includes the words and phrases athletes direct toward themselves, whether spoken aloud or experienced internally.

    Try this

    Compare two cues and explain when each might be useful, using the module's sources.

    Open Self-Talk ↗Go straight to the practice activity →
  3. 03

    Arousal, Stress & Anxiety

    Connect interpretation with context

    Arousal refers to activation; stress involves perceived demands and resources; anxiety includes cognitive concern and physiological responses.

    Try this

    Separate bodily activation, concern and the athlete's interpretation in a fictional case.

    Open Arousal, Stress & Anxiety ↗

Use the course instructions on Moodle for assessment requirements and deadlines. Public knowledge checks are self-study activities.

Teaching collection: Dr. Marlon Melville · Pathway updated 16 September 2026 · Evidence and learning standards