This paper explores the relationship between athlete demonstration effect and ideological and political education, with a focus on the influence of sports idols on social morality and values. By analyzing the roles and responsibilities of athletes in society, as well as the impact of their behavior on social norms and youth, relevant viewpoints and suggestions have been proposed. Research has found that the words and actions of sports idols have a significant impact on the values of fans and teenagers. Athletes should establish a correct outlook on life and values, and become a model and role model for society. At the same time, society should strengthen the supervision and guidance of athlete behavior, and jointly create a good social environment and cultural atmosphere.

Kangjing Li. The Demonstration Effect of Athletes and Ideological and Political Education: How Sports Idols Influence Social Ethics and Values. Frontiers in Sport Research (2024) Vol. 6, Issue 3: 167-172. https://doi.org/10.25236/FSR.2024.060324.

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