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Prof. Dr. Murat ATASOY is an Associate Professor at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University's Faculty of Sports Sciences, Department of Physical Education and Sports. He has been actively contributing to the academic community since 2002, with progressive appointments from Teaching Staff to his current position as Associate Professor since 2019. He has held significant administrative roles including Deputy Dean (2021-2022), Department Head (2013-), and various board committee memberships within the university.
- Bachelor's Degree: Gazi University, School of Physical Education and Sports, Department of Physical Education and Sports Education (1995-1999)
- Language: English (KPDS 67, 2008)
Dr. ATASOY's research focuses primarily on Games in Physical Education and Sports, Physical Education and Sports Pedagogy, with expanding interests in sports psychology, motivation, stress management, and the impact of social media on athletes. His work bridges theoretical pedagogy with practical applications in sports education. He has developed specialized measurement tools for assessing psychological aspects in sports, including swimming fear scales and social media addiction instruments specific to athletic populations.
His scholarly output shows a clear trend toward interdisciplinary research connecting sports science with psychology and technology. Recent publications demonstrate increasing focus on mental health aspects in sports, stress management for athletes, and the psychological impact of digital technology on sports performance and education. His work frequently examines specific populations including university students, school team participants, and specialized athlete groups across various sports disciplines.
- Active member of Sports Sciences Association (since 2017)
- Has served as reviewer for Kilis 7 Aralık University Journal of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (2017)
Dr. ATASOY has supervised multiple graduate students, including doctoral and master's candidates, with recent theses focusing on personality factors in sports faculty selection, swimming motivation, and aggression levels in field hockey. He has led several research projects funded by higher education institutions, including studies on social media addiction among university students, teacher self-efficacy in physical education, and the effects of high-intensity interval training on athletes. His collaborative network spans numerous institutions with 37 research partners, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary connections across Turkish academia.