Importance and effectiveness of goal setting Flashcards
1
Q
What is the importance of goal setting?
A
Monitor performance
Improve confidence
Focus attention
Control anxiety and arousal
2
Q
How can goal setting affect performance?
A
Directs attention
Regulates amount of effort put in
Ensure effort is sustained
Motivates people to develop a variety of strategies to reach the goal
3
Q
What is an outcome goal?
A
Goals to do with winning or performing better than someone else. desired goal
4
Q
What is a performance goal?
A
Set to improve performance against your last performance
5
Q
What is a benefit for outcome goals?
A
Highly motivating in the long term
6
Q
What is a benefit for performance related goals?
A
Under the control of the performer
