Nonlinear Pedagogy Underpins Intrinsic Motivation in Sports Coaching

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RESEARCH ARTICLE

Nonlinear Pedagogy Underpins Intrinsic Motivation in Sports Coaching

Ian Renshaw, * Open Modal , 1 , 2 Anthony R. Oldham3 Mark Bawden4
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The Open Sports Sciences Journal • 13 Sep 2012 • RESEARCH ARTICLE • DOI: 10.2174/1875399X01205010088

Abstract

A key challenge for sports coaches is to provide performers with learning environments that result in sustain-able motivation. In this paper, we will demonstrate that programmes based around the principles of Nonlinear Pedagogy can support the three basic psychological needs that underpin self-determined motivation. Coaches can therefore ensure that practice sessions provide for intrinsic motivation with its associated motivational and emotional benefits.

Keywords: Nonlinear pedagogy, self-determination theory, sports coaching, constraints, motivation.