Physical Education A-Level
Over-conformity and under-conformity
What Over-conformity and under-conformity means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Over-conformity and under-conformity
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Over-conformity to the norms of sport is positive deviance, while under-conformity that breaks rules or values is negative deviance.
Topics that use Over-conformity and under-conformity
- Ethics in sport (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Amateurism
- Gamesmanship
- Olympic oath
- Sportsmanship
- Fair play and sanctions
- Norms and values in sport
- Performer behaviour and reputation
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