Sports science
You are expected to write a research proposal that demonstrates a detailed and critical understanding of key positive psychology and coaching concepts. The research question must be located at the interface of contemporary positive psychology and sport coaching knowledge and be based in one of the following topic areas: 1. Assets & strengths-based coaching 2. Autonomy supportive coaching 3. Positive parenting practices 4. Building positive coach-athlete relationships in youth sport Content sections: o Research title/question: include an appropriate title/question o Literature review: include an initial review of key literature that draws upon appropriate research/literature into key positive psychology, PYD, sport coaching concepts, and relevant theoretical mechanisms (e.g., self-determination; Deci & Ryan, 1985; 3+1Cs; Jowett & Ntoumanis, 2004), to create a clear rationale for the research question/title o Problem statement and research objectives: clearly state the problem statement and specific research objectives or hypotheses o Methodology: with reference to supporting peer-reviewed literature, explain the guiding research methodology (i.e. guiding theoretical framework and/or research process to be employed) o Data collection and analysis: with reference to supporting peer-reviewed research, clearly explain how research data and/or findings will be collected and analysed (ensure that you maintain consistency with your guiding research methodology) o Ethical issues/considerations: critically consider any potential ethical issues arising
