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Which of the following best describes 'degrees of freedom' in the context of motor control?
Which of the following best describes 'degrees of freedom' in the context of motor control?
- The consistency in performing a motor skill across repeated attempts.
- The brain's capacity to control numerous variables simultaneously. (correct)
- The ability to alter a movement pattern while executing it.
- The sequencing and timing of individual movements.
Serial order in motor skills refers to the ability to change a movement pattern once it has begun.
Serial order in motor skills refers to the ability to change a movement pattern once it has begun.
False (B)
Define 'motor variability' and provide a brief example that is not already mentioned in the text.
Define 'motor variability' and provide a brief example that is not already mentioned in the text.
Motor variability is the ability to alter or change a movement pattern while it is being executed. Example: A tennis player adjusting their serve based on the wind.
'Motor __________' is the ability to reliably perform a motor skill with similar outcomes across repeated attempts.
'Motor __________' is the ability to reliably perform a motor skill with similar outcomes across repeated attempts.
Match the following motor control concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following motor control concepts with their descriptions:
Which concept is best exemplified by a basketball player making a shot from different positions on the court?
Which concept is best exemplified by a basketball player making a shot from different positions on the court?
Perceptual motor integration involves only visual input and motor actions.
Perceptual motor integration involves only visual input and motor actions.
Explain how a baseball outfielder demonstrates perceptual motor integration while catching a fly ball.
Explain how a baseball outfielder demonstrates perceptual motor integration while catching a fly ball.
The brain's ability to organize and execute smooth, coordinated, and controlled movements is known as __________.
The brain's ability to organize and execute smooth, coordinated, and controlled movements is known as __________.
Match the following scenarios with the principle of motor control they best represent:
Match the following scenarios with the principle of motor control they best represent:
Which of the following best describes 'motor learning'?
Which of the following best describes 'motor learning'?
Motor performance is the same as motor learning.
Motor performance is the same as motor learning.
List three elements or conditions that can influence or affect motor learning.
List three elements or conditions that can influence or affect motor learning.
A relatively permanent change in a person's capability to execute a motor skill as a result of practice or experience is called __________.
A relatively permanent change in a person's capability to execute a motor skill as a result of practice or experience is called __________.
Match each term with its correct definition:
Match each term with its correct definition:
Which of the following defines 'motor skill'?
Which of the following defines 'motor skill'?
Once a motor skill is learned, it does not need to be re-learned.
Once a motor skill is learned, it does not need to be re-learned.
Explain how age can influence motor learning.
Explain how age can influence motor learning.
__________ factors, which relate to muscles and the skeleton, can influence or affect motor learning.
__________ factors, which relate to muscles and the skeleton, can influence or affect motor learning.
Match the following influencing factors with their description regarding motor learning:
Match the following influencing factors with their description regarding motor learning:
Flashcards
Motor Control
Motor Control
The brain's ability to organize and execute smooth, coordinated, and controlled movements.
Degrees of Freedom
Degrees of Freedom
The capacity to control numerous variables simultaneously.
Serial Order
Serial Order
Sequencing and timing of movements to form a complex motor skill.
Motor Variability
Motor Variability
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Motor Consistency
Motor Consistency
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Motor Modifiability
Motor Modifiability
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Motor Equivalence
Motor Equivalence
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Perceptual Motor Integration
Perceptual Motor Integration
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Motor Learning
Motor Learning
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Factors Affecting Motor Learning
Factors Affecting Motor Learning
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Motor Learning Definition
Motor Learning Definition
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Motor Performance
Motor Performance
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Motor Skill
Motor Skill
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Study Notes
- Motor control is the brain's ability to organize and execute smooth, coordinated, and controlled movements
Fundamentals and Principles
- Degrees of Freedom: The brain and nervous system's capacity to control many variables simultaneously
- An example is a basketball player controls several variables when shooting a free throw like, joint angles, force, trajectory, stability, and focus
- Serial Order: The sequencing and timing of individual movements combine into complex motor skills
- An example is a gymnastics routine, which contains a sequence of movements, where flow and timing are critical
- Motor Variability: The ability to alter or change a movement pattern during execution
- An example is a badminton player adjusting footwork, arm reach, and racket angle while reaching for a shuttlecock
- Motor Consistency: The ability to reliably perform a motor skill with similar outcomes across repeated attempts
- An example is a volleyball player consistently serving the ball into a specific zone with high accuracy
- Motor Modifiability: Natural fluctuations and adjustments occurring during motor skill performance
- An example is a soccer player making subtle adjustments to foot movements while dribbling based on ball movement, terrain, and defender position
- Motor Equivalence: Achieving the same movement outcome using different combinations of muscles or body parts
- An example is a basketball player making a shot from various positions using differing arm and leg movements with the same result
- Perceptual Motor Integration: Combines sensory input with motor actions for effective environmental interaction
- An example is a fielder tracking a fly ball integrates visual information with motor commands
- Motor Learning: Acquiring and refining motor skills through practice, leading to permanent skill improving
- Several elements or conditions influence or affect motor learning
- Age can influence a learner's capacity for motor learning
- Musculoskeletal factors can impact motor learning
- Prior experience can impact motor learning
- Motor Learning: A lasting change in one's capability to perform a motor skill due to practice or experience
- Motor Performance: The act of performing a motor skill
- Motor Skill: It refers to movement that is goal-oriented and requires voluntary body and limb movements that must be learned
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