Physical Education A-Level
Familiarity
What Familiarity means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Familiarity
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Reference: AQA
Reduces uncertainty and supports routine, as performers know the pitch, court, track or changing facilities.
Topics that use Familiarity
- Self-efficacy and confidence (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Crowd support
- Performance accomplishments
- Self-confidence in sport
- Self-efficacy
- Sport situation
- Stability and changeability of beliefs
- Verbal persuasion
- Vicarious experiences
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