Verbal persuasion
What Verbal persuasion means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Reference: AQA
Encouragement or feedback from a credible significant other, such as a coach, which works best when realistic and combined with evidence.
Credible encouragement from a coach or significant other can raise self-efficacy, especially when backed by evidence.
Topics that use Verbal persuasion
- 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
- Vicarious experiences
- Competitive orientation
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