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Sport officials' use of observational learning
David J Hancock1, Amanda M Rymal2
1School of Human Kinetics and Recreation, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, NL, Canada.
Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
|February 1, 2024
Summary
Sport officials frequently use observational learning to improve rule application and game management. They prefer observing skilled peers in-person after competitions to enhance their performance.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Motor Learning
- Officiating Performance
Background:
- Observational learning is crucial for skill acquisition, especially for sport officials who lack traditional practice.
- Limited research exists on how sport officials utilize observational learning for performance enhancement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the ways sport officials use observational learning.
- To understand the specific benefits and methods of observational learning in sports officiating.
Main Methods:
- An online survey with 50 questions was administered to 206 sport officials across 17 sports.
- The survey assessed reasons, timing, and methods of observational learning, including observing skilled vs. unskilled models.
Main Results:
- Officials most often used observation for rule knowledge, game management, and physical conditioning/mechanics.
- Preferred observation occurred post-competition, in-person, and involved watching skilled officials.
Conclusions:
- Observational learning is a valuable, albeit understudied, tool for sport officials' development.
- Future research should further investigate effective observational learning strategies for officials.
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