Motor Development and Learning

Task Analysis

• Breaks down complex motor skills into smaller components to analyze and understand the movement patterns
• Identifies the demands and requirements of a specific task or activity

Information Processing

• Refers to the process of how we receive, process, and respond to information from the environment
• Involves the stages of perception, cognition, and motor response

Phases of Object Control and Manipulation

• Phase 1: Initial contact and familiarization with the object
• Phase 2: Orientation and preparation of the object for manipulation
• Phase 3: Execution and control of the object
• Phase 4: Termination and release of the object

Locomotion Skills

• Include walking, running, jumping, and other forms of movement that involve transporting the body from one place to another
• Require coordination, balance, and control to execute effectively

Stages of Learning

• Initial stage: Novice learner, characterized by trial and error, and a focus on developing fundamental movement patterns
• Practice stage: Learner refines and develops motor skills through repetition and feedback
• Equipment stage: Learner uses equipment or tools to enhance or modify their motor skills

Motor Development

• Refers to the acquisition of motor skills and abilities throughout the lifespan
• Influenced by factors such as maturation, experience, and practice