Methods for the social factor
Below are methods used to collect data on the social factor.
- coach feedback
- team dynamics
- communication A form prepared prior to data collection which breaks down the features which should be observed during the performance.
Coach feedback
This method is used during a game and/or training session. It involves the coach watching your performance and providing you with feedback on a range of different social factors as they occur.
A coach may feedback on:
- the effectiveness of your communication levels
- your etiquette
- how you are performing in your role and its responsibilities
From here, you can both identify the social weakness(es) which need to be developed.
This method is Qualitative data cannot be measured or described as a quantity. It usually takes thoughts, feelings and opinions into consideration. as it involves someone giving their opinion on your performance.
Below are some of the benefits and limitations of coach feedback.
| Benefits | Limitations |
| Knowledge and experience of the coach makes it likely that the feedback will be accurate. | If you and the coach do not get on, they could be overly harsh on you and make you seem worse than you actually are. |
| By providing positive as well as negative feedback, you will feel motivated to listen. | The coach will be watching a lot of other players at the same time so may miss things you do and not give you the full picture. |
| The coach can provide detailed information on why a social factor was weak, which can help you set specific goals. |
| Benefits | Knowledge and experience of the coach makes it likely that the feedback will be accurate. |
|---|---|
| Limitations | If you and the coach do not get on, they could be overly harsh on you and make you seem worse than you actually are. |
| Benefits | By providing positive as well as negative feedback, you will feel motivated to listen. |
|---|---|
| Limitations | The coach will be watching a lot of other players at the same time so may miss things you do and not give you the full picture. |
| Benefits | The coach can provide detailed information on why a social factor was weak, which can help you set specific goals. |
|---|---|
| Limitations |