Sociocultural Influences in Sport Definitions

Question 1

Define ‘Social Groups’

Answer 1

2 or more individuals who interact with eachother, share similar characteristics, and have a collective sense of unity

Question 2

Define ‘Engagement Patterns’

Answer 2

The different ways individuals or groups interact with eachtoehr and participate in sport

Question 3

Define ‘Stereotype’

Answer 3

A widely held fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person/thing

Question 4

What is a ‘Barrier of Participation’ ?

Answer 4

Any factor that prevents or makes it difficult for individuals or groups to engage in an activity

Question 5

Define ‘Ethnic Group’

Answer 5

A community made up of people who share a common cultural background

Question 6

Define ‘Socio-economic Group’

Answer 6

A group’s place within society; depends on a number of factors, including occupation, education, income, wealth, and where they live

Question 7

What is ‘Post-school Dropout’ ?

Answer 7

The reduction in participation levels in young adults after they leave full time education

Question 8

Define disabilty

Answer 8

Disability is an impairment that may be intellectual, mental, physical etc

Question 9

Define integration

Answer 9

The action or process of integrating - involving full participation

Question 10

What are adapted sports?

Answer 10

Sports for individuals with disabilities - often modified

Question 11

Define discrimination

Answer 11

The unjust or prejudice treatment towards different social groups

Question 12

Define prejudice

Answer 12

A preconcived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experiences