Kin 166 Exam 2 Flashcards

Study Notes

Effector and Receptor Anticipation

Effector anticipation involves timing personal movements in stable environments and is linked to closed skills.
Receptor anticipation requires predicting spatial and temporal aspects for success, exemplified by a catcher timing their catch to thwart a runner.

Perceptual Anticipation and Reaction Time

Perceptual anticipation is the ability to time movements in a sequence, such as in a gymnastic routine.
Reaction time reflects the duration from stimulus input to the onset of movement. It includes simple, choice, and discrimination reaction types.

Factors Affecting Stimulus Identification

Stimulus clarity impacts how clearly a stimulus is perceived.
Brightness and loudness influence stimulus identification.
Peripheral vision enhances the ability to perceive multiple stimuli simultaneously.

Inverted U-Hypothesis

The inverted U-hypothesis presents a relationship between arousal levels and performance: low arousal can indicate fatigue, while high arousal can impede performance.
Optimal performance occurs at moderate arousal levels.

Influencers of the Inverted U-Hypothesis

Individual differences (inter and intra) affect optimal arousal levels.
The meaningfulness of tasks can influence arousal and performance.
Task complexity requires appropriate levels of arousal to facilitate learning and execution.
Variation in teaching styles and the uncertainty of movements can impact performance and arousal.

Perception and Signal Detection Theory

Perception involves detecting, comparing, and recognizing information.
Signal Detection Theory defines the cutoff point for responding to stimuli, indicating detection capacity and the impact of noise on response accuracy.

Components of Signal Detection Theory

The left curve represents internal noise affecting perception: hunger, pain, anxiety, etc., which can distract individuals.
The right curve incorporates external signals, with higher intensities and clearer signals improving detection.

States of Arousal

Underaroused individuals may lack motivation or energy; they recognize stimuli but remain disengaged.
Overaroused individuals may react intensely to minor stimuli, highlighting the balance needed for optimal performance.

Information Processing Metrics

Information comparison is analyzed by presenting two stimuli of different intensities for detection.
Just Noticeable Difference (JND) refers to the minimum difference needed to discern between stimuli accurately.

Memory and Judgment

Absolute judgment relates to an individual's capacity to match sensory input to stored memories.
Short-term memory and perception are constrained by time (20-60 seconds) and capacity (7±2 items).

Chunking and Detection in Motor Behavior

Chunking involves grouping information into meaningful units to aid memory.
Detection in motor behavior is influenced by activation levels, uncertainty, noise, and arousal.

Adam's Closed Loop Theory

The theory outlines a process:
- Memory trace sets intentions,
- Movement organizer creates motor programs,
- Movement execution occurs,
- Error detection compares planned and actual movements.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards for Kin 166 Exam 2. This quiz covers key concepts such as effector and receptor anticipation, crucial for understanding motor skills in stable environments. Perfect for students looking to enhance their comprehension before the exam.