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Learning Design for Sports Performance Feedback
Certificate
Course Details
Course Code | GA_SSPFG_N09 |
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Level | 9 |
Duration | 1 semester |
Credits | 15 |
Method of Delivery | Online |
Campus Locations | Galway City – Dublin Road |
Mode of Delivery | Part Time |
Course Overview
We believe video is the most powerful sports feedback tool to enable reflection, empower discussions and impact better decision making from athletes and coaches in performance sport.
This course equips learners with the knowledge and tools to translate valuable insights by designing effective learning interventions and video feedback strategies within their performance sport environments.
Students will explore the principles of learning design for video feedback in performance sport, and the digital tools which support the planning, delivery and evaluation of performance feedback.
The course provides an opportunity for professional and peer reflection on the performance impact and return on investment delivered by performance analysis processes.
Course Details
Year 1
Semester | Module Details | Credits | Mandatory / Elective |
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2 |
Learning Design for Sports FeedbackLearning design is the deliberate crafting of experiences designed to support learning. In elite sport, the role of technology and data in providing feedback to athletes is now a multi-billion euro industry, built on the assumption that learning occurs with this feedback. Applied performance analysts use sports technology to generate, curate and translate data which ideally leads to better decision-making for players, coaches and sports executives. Despite this growth in the use of technology for sports feedback, few practitioners are trained to design environments which optimise learning or try and measure if learning and knowledge translation is happening. Thus there is often little understanding of the return on investment for this technology. This module introduces students to the principles of learning design in performance sport and the digital tools which support the planning, delivery and evaluation of performance feedback. Students will design and critically evaluate learning interventions and strategies for performance sport. Learning Outcomes 1. Critically evaluate learning environments in sporting ecosystems and how these can be assessed. |
10 | Mandatory |
2 |
Professional Practice for Performance ImpactSports organisations are spending significant amounts of money on technology and digital platforms which they assume are making an impact on performance. As with technology in all domains, the most critical element for success and impact is in how it is deployed and this usually lies with the professionals involved. This module aims to provide students with an advanced knowledge and understanding of the systems and processes which optimise value co-creation in professional practice in sport. Students are supported to undertake personal and peer reflection on their professional practice, and to design and implement professional development plans. Learning Outcomes 1. Critically analyse the professional behaviours which add value to a performance ecosystem. |
05 | Mandatory |
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Examination and Assessment
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Entry Requirements
Level 8 Bachelor (Hons) degree H2.2 or equivalent. Evidence of English Language Proficiency (IELTS). 3+ Year’s experience as an applied sports performance analyst. Option for Recognition of Prior Learning according to ATU policy.
Further Information
Who Should Apply?
This course is for experienced sports coaches and sports analysts want to take their practice to the next level. These professionals are heavily invested in helping to create feedback environments which bring insights to life and deliver performance impact.
The course offers a unique, multi-sport, professional development opportunity which is university certified at post-graduate level (15ECTS) and can be used to contribute to further study in ATU or other institutions internationally.
It is aimed at established front line professionals in strategic roles within sports analysis and coaching departments where management and evaluation of feedback processes are prominent in their role.
The course is suitable for international applicants and aims to build a community of creative professionals in this emerging area.
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