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What characterizes the cognitive stage of motor learning?

  • High levels of cognitive engagement with a focus on task understanding. (correct)
  • Refinement of skills with minimal cognitive effort.
  • Automatic execution of movements under pressure.
  • Improved skill execution and low error rates.

Which of the following best describes the associative stage in Fitts and Posner's model?

  • Learners focus solely on theoretical understanding without executing movements.
  • Refinement of fundamental skills with fewer errors and increased task knowledge. (correct)
  • High variability in performance with minimal error detection.
  • Learners begin performing movements automatically without conscious thought.

What aspect of creativity in motor learning involves trying out new movement techniques?

  • Efficacy
  • Versatility
  • Willingness to Explore (correct)
  • Originality

Which feature is NOT associated with knowledge structure and information processing?

<p>Adopting a rigid approach to skill execution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes intramuscular coordination from intermuscular coordination?

<p>It involves the efficient recruitment of motor units within a single muscle. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of the autonomous stage of motor learning?

<p>Ability to adapt movement skills to new situations effortlessly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of energy efficiency in skilled motor performance?

<p>Smoother and more controlled execution of movements. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do novice athletes often struggle with coordination?

<p>They often move all segments as a single unit. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the component of 'versatility' in motor learning refer to?

<p>Adapting to a variety of movement techniques. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of an expert boxer compared to a novice boxer?

<p>Prioritizing defense to conserve energy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the role of visual search patterns in sports?

<p>Skilled athletes utilize gaze strategies to identify key environmental cues. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant characteristic of the autonomous stage in sports skill development?

<p>Skills are performed without conscious thought. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which context is interpersonal coordination highlighted as essential?

<p>Adapting to the movements of opponents in a game (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do novice athletes typically differ from experts in terms of goal achievement in sports?

<p>Experts adjust their goals based on learned techniques. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about learning styles in sports training?

<p>Relying on a single learning style enhances performance. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the cognitive stage of skill development in sports?

<p>Understanding basic concepts and techniques (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of an athlete's development does mechanical degrees of freedom primarily enhance?

<p>Smooth, precise control of movements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would a baseball batter focus on during the visual search process?

<p>The pitcher's hand motion and ball release (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of applying varied teaching methods in sports training?

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What is the primary focus during the cognitive stage of learning in Fitts and Posner's model?

<p>Understanding the task at hand (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The associative stage is characterized by high variability in performance.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name one characteristic of the autonomous stage in motor skill development.

<p>Low attention demand for execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ability to generate unique and effective movement solutions in motor learning is known as __________.

<p>creativity</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following phases of learning with their descriptions:

<p>Cognitive Stage = Initial phase focused on understanding the task Associative Stage = Intermediate phase with skill refinement Autonomous Stage = Advanced phase with automatic actions Creativity in Motor Learning = Generating unique movement solutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does ‘energy efficiency’ in motor performance refer to?

<p>Minimizing unnecessary movements for smoother execution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Expert athletes tend to have a higher ability to detect patterns compared to novice athletes.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one component of creativity in motor learning?

<p>Originality</p> Signup and view all the answers

A soccer player experimenting with new dribbling techniques to bypass defenders exhibits __________ in motor learning.

<p>willingness to explore</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic represents improved information processing in skilled athletes?

<p>Ability to predict future actions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of an expert diver when executing a controlled somersault?

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Skilled athletes do not need to adapt their gaze strategies when focusing on environmental cues.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does interpersonal coordination refer to in sports?

<p>Adapting movements based on opponents' actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

A novice boxer tends to concentrate on landing punches, while an expert boxer emphasizes __________ tactics to conserve energy.

<p>defensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the stage of motor learning with its description:

<p>Cognitive stage = Learning basic techniques Associative stage = Refining skills Autonomous stage = Performing skills effortlessly Visual Search Patterns = Tracking key cues in the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which teaching method is effective for improving sports skills?

<p>Using diverse teaching methods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All athletes achieve their goals in the same way as they gain more experience.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gaze strategy might a baseball batter use when facing a pitcher?

<p>Tracking the pitcher's hand motion and the ball's release point</p> Signup and view all the answers

In swimming, a novice focuses on learning proper breathing technique, while an expert works on improving __________ efficiency.

<p>stroke</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes positive transfer of learning?

<p>Adopting a strategy from one sport to enhance performance in a similar sport (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Negative transfer occurs when learning a new skill enhances performance in a previously learned skill.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of a situation that can lead to neutral transfer.

<p>A golfer trying to apply hockey swing techniques but finding them ineffective.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Bilateral transfer involves the transfer of skills from one _____ to another.

<p>limb</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of transfer with its description:

<p>Positive transfer = Enhancement of performance due to previous learning Negative transfer = Hindrance of performance due to prior experiences Neutral transfer = No significant impact on learning from previous skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor of joint injury?

<p>Excessive knee wobble (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Females have a non-modifiable risk factor that contributes to a higher risk for knee and ankle injuries.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one effective training method to reduce the risk of knee injuries?

<p>Teaching proper landing technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

Learning is a __________ change in capability to perform a skill due to practice.

<p>relatively permanent</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following risk factors with their classification:

<p>Excessive knee valgus = Modifiable Less robust ligament structures = Non-modifiable Poor trunk control = Modifiable Greater body fat = Non-modifiable</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes learning?

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What is the primary goal of retention tests?

<p>To assess improvement after a retention interval (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Performance improvement always indicates that learning has taken place.

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Transfer tests are designed to measure performance in an identical context to the training environment.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic seen in poor leg muscle coordination?

<p>Poor jumping control</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is typically observed in performance following a retention interval?

<p>A small drop in performance and increased variability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A program that focuses on __________ training helps to develop muscle strength and coordination.

<p>strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

Performance curves measure the __________ of skill over time.

<p>change</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of test with its description:

<p>Retention tests = Evaluate performance after no practice Transfer tests = Assess performance in a different context Performance curve = Measure change in performance over time Adaptability = Ability to adjust skills in varying environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT affect retention tests?

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In a transfer test, providing feedback during the assessment is encouraged.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one outcome of practicing under a closed environment before taking a transfer test?

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The __________ tests assess the stability and adaptability of a motor skill.

<p>transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following golf scenarios with their outcomes:

<p>Putting with an alignment aid = Improved performance in practice Putting on a green without an alignment aid = Transfer test scenario Performance improvement = Indicates effectiveness of an aid No improvement in transfer test = Utility of the aid is questionable</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mechanical stabilization during dynamic actions is essential for preventing excessive movement of the knee joint.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is necessary for postural control during dynamic actions?

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What are the two types of control involved in maintaining knee joint stability during dynamic actions?

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Risk factors for joint injury are __________ and multifaceted.

<p>complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of motor learning with their descriptions:

<p>Transfer of Learning = The influence of prior learning on new skill acquisition Retention Test = Assessment of skill performance over time Performance Plateau = A period where no significant progress is observed Motor Learning = The process of acquiring and refining motor skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

What primarily contributes to joint injury risk?

<p>Complexity of factors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Performance plateaus are always an indication of a loss of skill in motor learning.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are performance plateaus?

<p>Times of little or no improvement in performance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Transfer tests are typically included in practice without warning to assess learning.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name two factors that can cause plateaus in learning.

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When a test is too easy and results in individuals maxing out early, it is called a __________ effect.

<p>ceiling</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a learner-based factor?

<p>Fatigue due to overtraining (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All factors affecting learning also affect performance.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for intermediate-level performers to progress?

<p>They must discard familiar habits and adopt new techniques.</p> Signup and view all the answers

One common learner-based factor affecting both learning and performance is __________.

<p>motivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a task-based factor?

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What is the primary impact of setting mastery practice goals in coaching?

<p>Fosters a growth mindset in athletes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which principle of effective practice design emphasizes the importance of creating environments similar to competitive settings?

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What is the benefit of implementing short, high-intensity practice sessions?

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What does the principle of autonomy-supportive coaching encourage in athletes?

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Why is it important to focus on mastery practice goals rather than ego goals?

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Which factor primarily contributes to athlete commitment during practice sessions?

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What aspect does 'functional variability' in practice design promote?

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What is a significant drawback of long practice sessions?

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What is the core purpose of using learning scorecards in practice sessions?

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What is an essential characteristic of gamelike practice activities?

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Which of the following is a key principle of practice design that impacts athlete learning outcomes?

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Setting mastery practice goals fosters a growth mindset in athletes.

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What does the term 'gamelike approach' refer to in practice design?

<p>Activities that simulate competition environments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Effective practice sessions should be ________ and high-intensity to maximize learning outcomes.

<p>short</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following principles of effective practice design with their descriptions:

<p>Autonomy-supportive coaching = Encouraging athlete involvement in their learning Game-like approach = Simulating competition during practice Functional variability = Adapting skills to meet different situational demands Random practice = Mixing different skills during practice sessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which practice goal focuses on improving skills rather than avoiding mistakes?

<p>Mastery goals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Long practice sessions are effective for maintaining athlete focus.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Effective coaching promotes athlete ________ and physical engagement during practice.

<p>mental</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does a 'reachfulness' approach have on athlete practice sessions?

<p>It promotes setting challenging, attainable goals that encourage growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of creating competitive activities in practice?

<p>They enhance participant learning outcomes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following practice design principles with their descriptions:

<p>Mastery practice goals = Focus on improving skills Growth mindset = Belief in the ability to develop skills Maximum individual participation = Ensuring every athlete is engaged Game-like approach = Practices that mimic real competition settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following athlete engagement strategies with their outcomes:

<p>Short, high-intensity practice sessions = Maximized learning outcomes Setting challenging practice goals = Athlete commitment to improvement Autonomy-supportive coaching = Increased athlete motivation Mental and physical engagement = Reduced risk of injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to effective practice with their definitions:

<p>Random practice = Skills practiced in a non-sequential order Blocked practice = Skills practiced in a fixed sequence Functional variability = Adapting skills to different contexts Learning scorecards = Tools to track athlete progress</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following coaching concepts with their explanations:

<p>Mastery goals = Improving skills over seeking validation Ego goals = Avoiding mistakes for social approval Challenging goals = Pushing athletes beyond their comfort zone Competitive activities = Mirroring competition for skill practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following figures with their statements about practice importance:

<p>Augie Garrido = Games are won in practice first Muhammed Ali = Success is found in the gym Athletes = Value practice for learning Coaches = Design practices to enhance performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the terms related to practice environments with their implications for athletes:

<p>Autonomy-supportive coaching = Empowers athletes in decision-making Gamelike activities = Enhances skill execution Drill-type activities = Focus on specific skill development Mental engagement = Maintains athlete focus during practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following practice session characteristics with their benefits:

<p>Short duration sessions = Prevents loss of focus High-intensity sessions = Maximizes skill retention Challenging practice goals = Encourages personal growth Physical engagement = Promotes injury risk reduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions of practice with their corresponding concepts:

<p>Functional variability = Adapting skills for different challenges Random practice = Varied skill sets in changing environments Blocked practice = Concentrated repetition of a specific skill Game-like approach = Translates skills to competitive contexts</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following athlete experiences with their learning outcomes:

<p>Challenging practice goals = Development of mastery Effective coaching = Improved athlete autonomy Competitive gamelike practices = Enhanced performance in real games Mental engagement = Better retention of skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Experts' Degree of Freedom

Skilled performers release unnecessary movements for smooth and precise control.

Visual Search Patterns

Athletes develop efficient gaze strategies to focus on important cues in their environment.

Goal Achievement Changes

As skills improve, learners achieve goals differently, focusing on new strategies and knowledge.

Myths of Learning Styles

People learn best through various methods, not just their preferred style.

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Interpersonal Coordination

Adapting movements based on opponents' actions and unpredictable situations.

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Cognitive Stage in Skill Development

The initial stage where learners understand the basic mechanics of a skill.

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Associative Stage in Skill Development

The stage where learners refine their technique and practice consistently.

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Autonomous Stage in Skill Development

The final stage where skilled performers execute the skill effortlessly and automatically.

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Expert vs. Novice Boxing

Experts prioritize defense and conserve energy, while novices focus primarily on landing punches.

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Sports Skill Stages

Skills progress through three stages: Cognitive, Associative, and Autonomous.

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Cognitive Stage

The initial learning phase where individuals focus on understanding the task, leading to high error rates and variability. It's more about figuring out the task than executing it perfectly.

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Associative Stage

The intermediate phase marked by refined skill and a reduction in errors. Learners focus on becoming more consistent and adapting their movements.

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Autonomous Stage

The advanced stage where skills become automatized and adaptable to different situations. This phase signifies mastery and effortless execution.

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Creativity in Motor Learning

The ability to generate unique and effective movement solutions through exploration and experimentation, emphasizing originality, versatility, efficacy, and willingness to explore.

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Knowledge Structure

The way information is organized and processed in the brain, impacting decision-making, anticipation, and overall performance.

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Intermuscular Coordination

The smooth and efficient cooperation between different muscle groups to produce a coordinated movement.

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Intramuscular Coordination

The efficient recruitment and activation of individual muscle fibers within a muscle, ensuring optimal force production and control.

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Energy Efficiency

The ability to execute movements with minimal energy expenditure, maximizing efficiency and minimizing fatigue.

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Novices in Coordination

Beginner learners often move their body parts as one rigid unit, leading to jerky and inefficient movements.

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Experienced Athletes in Coordination

Experienced athletes demonstrate refined coordination with smooth, coordinated actions, minimizing unnecessary movements.

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Cognitive learning stage

The first stage of learning a new skill. Learners focus on understanding the task, leading to lots of errors and inconsistencies.

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Associative learning stage

The second stage of learning, where learners refine their technique and make fewer mistakes. They start to get the hang of it.

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Autonomous learning stage

The final stage of learning where skills become automatic. It's effortless and adaptable to different situations.

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Coordination in novices

Beginner learners often move their body parts as one rigid unit, leading to jerky and inefficient movements.

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Coordination in experienced athletes

Experienced athletes demonstrate refined coordination with smooth and coordinated actions, minimizing unnecessary movements.

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Degrees of Freedom

Experts simplify movements by releasing unnecessary actions, leading to smoother and more precise control.

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Goal Achievement Shifts

As athletes progress, their goals change. Novices focus on basics, experts prioritize advanced strategies.

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Expert Boxing

Experienced boxers focus on defense and energy conservation, instead of just trying to land punches.

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Novice Boxing

Beginner boxers prioritize landing punches over everything else.

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Knee Joint Stability

The ability of the knee joint to resist excessive movement and maintain its alignment during both static and dynamic activities. This involves a complex interplay of ligaments, muscles, and neural control to ensure safe and efficient movement.

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Mechanical Stabilization

The physical support provided by ligaments and other structures to maintain joint stability. This type of stabilization is passive and doesn't require active muscle engagement.

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Postural Control (Dynamic)

The active process of maintaining a desired joint position during movement. This involves muscles and nervous system working together to predict and react to changes in body position.

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Reactive Control

A type of postural control where muscles respond to unexpected disturbances to prevent injury or loss of balance. It's the ability to react quickly to surprises.

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Feedforward and Anticipatory Control

A type of postural control where the brain predicts upcoming movements and adjusts muscle activity accordingly. It helps anticipate and prepare for changes.

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Transfer of Learning

The ability to apply skills learned in one situation to a different but related situation. This is an important principle in motor learning that benefits from practice and experience.

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Performance Plateaus

Periods in skill development where progress seems to stall. These can be caused by factors such as lack of motivation, inadequate practice, lack of feedback, and hitting a ceiling in skill level.

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Positive Transfer

When previous learning helps you learn a new skill more easily. This happens when the skills share common components or contexts.

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Negative Transfer

When previous learning makes it harder to learn a new skill. This can happen when the skills are too different or patterns learned in the earlier skill become difficult to break.

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Bilateral Transfer

Transfer of learning from one side of the body to the other. This is important when learning manual tasks, but coordinated structures may make it challenging.

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Identical Elements

The similarities between the components of two skills. The more identical elements, the stronger the transfer of learning.

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Formal Retention Tests

These tests measure how much information a learner has retained over time. They're rarely used, but are crucial for truly understanding learning.

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Transfer Tests

These tests assess whether learners can apply their knowledge and skills in new situations. They're important for showing if someone has learned something useful, not just memorized it.

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Learner-Based Plateaus

These plateaus are caused by factors within the learner, like poor motivation or physical limitations.

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Instructor-Based Plateaus

These plateaus occur when the learning process itself is flawed, such as using poor teaching methods or inaccurate assessments.

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Task-Based Plateaus

These plateaus happen when learners need to learn new skills to reach the next level, requiring them to break old habits and adopt new techniques.

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Ceiling Effect

This occurs when a test is too easy, and everyone scores highly, making it impossible to see improvement.

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Floor Effect

This occurs when a test is too hard, and everyone scores low, making it difficult to see improvement.

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Breaking Old Habits

This is crucial for overcoming plateaus. Learners need to discard familiar patterns and adopt new techniques to progress.

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Timing and Plateaus

The timing of a plateau can help determine its cause. If it occurs early, learner-based factors might be at play. If it occurs later, task-based factors are more likely.

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What is learning?

Learning is a relatively permanent change in one's capability to perform a skill due to practice and experience. This change in capability is internal, meaning it cannot be directly observed, but can be inferred from performance measurements.

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How do we infer learning?

We infer learning from performance measurements, which provide evidence of consistent improvement, stability (performing well despite disruptions), and adaptability (adjusting the skill based on the situation).

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Non-modifiable risk factors for joint injury in females

Females have a 2 to 4 times greater risk for knee and ankle injuries compared to males due to factors that cannot be changed, such as less robust joint and ligament structures, greater body fat, and less favorable structural alignment.

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What are modifiable risk factors for joint injury?

Modifiable risk factors are things that can be changed through intervention, such as poor leg muscle coordination leading to poor jumping control, excessive knee valgus, unstable landing mechanics, and poor trunk and hip control.

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How can we reduce the risk of knee injuries?

Training programs that focus on teaching and practicing proper landing technique, coordination, and control, along with strength training, can significantly reduce the risk of knee injuries.

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What is 'Center of Mass' (CoM)?

The Center of Mass (CoM) is the average position of all the mass in an object. It is the point where an object can be balanced.

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What is 'Base of Support' (BoS)?

The Base of Support (BoS) is the area of contact between an object and the supporting surface. A wider BoS provides greater stability.

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How are CoM and BoS related to balance?

Maintaining balance requires keeping the CoM within the BoS. If the CoM moves outside of the BoS, the object will tilt or fall.

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What are the benefits of understanding CoM and BoS?

Understanding CoM and BoS helps improve balance and stability, which are essential for safe movement and performance in various activities, from sports to everyday life.

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Retention Test

A test given after a period of no practice to see if a learned skill is retained. It measures how consistent and improved performance is after a break.

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Practice and Retention

Consistent practice leads to better performance and reduced variability. Even after a break, there's a smaller decline and less inconsistency.

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Closed vs. Open Environment

Closed environment: Practice setting with predictable conditions. Open environment: Real-world with unpredictable elements.

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Why No Feedback in Transfer Test

Feedback during a transfer test can influence performance, making it harder to judge how well the skill truly transfers.

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The Goal of Transfer Tests

To see if the skill is adaptable enough to be used in a different context, without the familiar practice aids.

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Example of Transfer Test (Putting)

Practicing putting with an alignment aid, then testing putting performance without it, to see if the learned skill translates.

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Alignment Aid and Putting Performance

If the alignment aid actually improved putting, then putting performance should be better without the aid after practice. If not, then the aid was not helpful.

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Learning vs. Performance

Learning is the process of acquiring a skill. Performance is the demonstration of that skill. Tests measure how well learning has occurred, which is reflected in performance.

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Assessing Learning Through Performance

Performance is used to infer learning. If a skill is consistently performed well, especially in new situations, it suggests true learning has occurred.

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Mastery Goals

The goal is to improve skills, not just avoid mistakes, creating a growth mindset and lowering anxiety.

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High-Intensity Practices

Active, high-intensity practices are more effective for learning than long, drawn-out sessions.

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Practice for Championship Success

Games and championships are won through effective practice designed to foster learning.

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Game-Like Practices

Practice activities that simulate real game situations are essential for improving performance.

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Independent Practice

Giving athletes the opportunity to practice their skills independently can enhance their autonomy and overall skill development.

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Autonomy-Supportive Coaching

Coaches should promote a supportive environment where athletes feel comfortable making mistakes, fostering a growth mindset.

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Practice Variation

Varying practice routines to include blocked and random practice methods can enhance learning and skill transfer.

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Competitive Practice Drills

Creating competitive drills in practice can simulate game-like pressure and enhance learning.

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Maximum Participation

Making sure all athletes have the opportunity to participate actively in practice can maximize individual improvement and engagement.

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Challenging Practice Goals

Setting challenging but achievable goals encourages athletes to push their limits and achieve significant improvement.

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Growth Mindset

A mindset focused on improving skills, where mistakes are seen as opportunities for growth, rather than failures.

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Blocked Practice

A type of practice where skills are repeatedly practiced in a specific order, leading to efficiency and mastery of individual movements.

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Random Practice

Specific skills that are practiced in a random order, promoting adaptability, decision-making, and improved performance in unpredictable environments.

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Study Notes

Learning and Motor Skill Development

  • Fitts and Posner's 3-Stage Model: Describes learning progression in motor skills.

    • Cognitive Stage: Initial phase focused on understanding the task. Characterized by high errors, variability, and cognitive problem-solving. Task knowledge improves faster than motor performance.

      • Definition: Initial phase where learners focus on understanding the task.
      • Characteristics: High errors and variability; dominated by cognitive factors like problem-solving; task knowledge improves faster than motor performance.
      • Sport Example: A beginner swimmer learning freestyle focuses on breathing and arm-leg coordination.

    • Associative Stage: Intermediate phase of skill refinement. Fewer and smaller errors, improved skill execution with less variability. Learners identify and correct errors.

      • Definition: Intermediate phase where fundamental skills are learned and refined.
      • Characteristics: Fewer, smaller errors; skill refinement with less variability; learners detect and correct their errors.
      • Sport Example: A tennis player reduces double faults by refining serve technique.

    • Autonomous Stage: Advanced phase, actions are automatic and adaptable. Low attention demand for execution, adaptability to novel situations.

      • Definition: Advanced phase where actions are automatic and adaptable.
      • Characteristics: Low attention demand for execution; adaptability to novel situations.
      • Sport Example: A seasoned basketball player executes free throws effortlessly under pressure.

  • Creativity in Motor Learning: Generating unique, effective movement solutions through exploration.

    • Components: Originality of actions, versatility of movement variations, efficacy of consistent execution, and willingness to explore through trial and error.
    • Sport Example: A soccer player experimenting with new dribbling techniques to bypass defenders.

  • Knowledge Structure and Information Processing: Ability to process information efficiently for better decisions.

    • Features: Recognizing patterns, relating information (e.g., score, fatigue, opponent's position), anticipating future actions.
    • Sport Example: An expert goalie predicts a penalty kick direction by analyzing the striker's body language.
    • Additional Example: Monitoring the position of their opponent and of the ball.
    • Additional Example: Learning to predict opponents' movements and adjust accordingly.

  • Coordination and Movement Efficiency:

    • Intermuscular Coordination: Smooth cooperation between muscles.

    • Intramuscular Coordination: Efficient recruitment of motor units.

    • Energy Efficiency: Experts minimize unnecessary movements for smoother execution.

    • Sport Example: A practiced rower uses less energy per stroke compared to a novice due to optimized muscle activation.

    • Additional Example: Identifying and correcting faulty movements for maximum performance (ex: minimizing side-bending while performing a shot put. )

    • Additional example: Developing effective movement sequencing.

Practical Applications in Sports

  • Improving Coordination:

    • Novices: Tend to move body segments as a single unit (e.g., stiff, jerky movements in a beginner gymnast's vault).
    • Experts: Release mechanical degrees of freedom for smoother, precise control (e.g., an expert diver executing a controlled somersault).

  • Visual Search Patterns: Skilled athletes develop efficient gaze strategies to focus on key environmental cues (e.g., baseball batter tracking pitcher's hand and ball's release point).

  • Changes in Goal Achievement: Learners adjust goal-achieving strategies as their knowledge and skills improve (e.g., novice boxer focuses on landing punches, expert prioritizes defensive tactics).

Additional Insights

  • Myths of Learning Styles: Learning is optimized by diverse teaching methods, not solely relying on a preferred learning style. Coaches use varied methods (visual, verbal, kinesthetic) to teach, (e.g., a coach uses visual demonstrations, verbal cues, and kinesthetic feedback to teach a basketball layup).
  • Interpersonal Coordination: Adapting movements based on opponent's actions (e.g., soccer player adjusts pace and direction to stay unpredictable).

Retention and Transfer Tests

  • Retention tests: Given after a period of no practice to see if performance remains elevated and steady. Measure improvement and consistency. Often show a small drop in performance after a break, followed by increased variability.
  • Transfer tests: Assess motor skill performance in a new, different context compared to practice. Test stability and adaptability. Retention tests help assess the retention of learning after a period of no practice. Transfer tests help assess the adaptation of learning in a new or different context.

Summary of Sport Examples

  • Basketball: Cognitive stage (learning shooting form), Associative stage (refining dribbling skills), and Autonomous stage (making no-look passes under pressure).
  • Swimming: Cognitive stage (breathing), Associative stage (stroke efficiency), and Autonomous stage (effortless race performance).
  • Boxing: Novices prioritize landing punches, experts conserve energy by prioritizing defense.
  • Golf: Practice with and without alignment aids to assess if it benefits transfer tests. Additional examples in the video include: Soccer- dribbling and soccer style kicking, Basketball shooting (two-handed to one-handed set shot) Additional examples: Learning to anticipate opponents' movements and adjust accordingly. Example: In football, a receiver learns to anticipate the quarterback's throw.

Plateaus and Learning

  • Causes: Learner-based (motivation, attention, injury, fatigue), instructor-based (poor strategies, poorly designed tests), task-based (need to learn new skills to advance or lack of transfer).
  • Importance of Timing: Identifying when plateaus occur can reveal the cause (e.g., initial phase - instructional approach issues; extended practice - fatigue; advanced learning - learning new skill). The timing of plateaus may indicate the cause— whether a change in instructional approach is needed, fatigue is setting in, or the need to learn new skills. The timing of plateaus can help determine their cause.

Transfer of Learning

  • Influence: Previous learning impacts subsequent skill acquisition. Transfer can be positive (skills readily apply), negative (skills hinder learning), or neutral (minimal impact).
    • Types: Positive transfer, Negative transfer, Neutral transfer, Bilateral Transfer, Cross-transfer
  • Maximizing Transfer: Similarity between practice and real conditions; specific learning; sensory and environmental details. Transfer is more likely when there are similar components in the context where the skills apply. Example – Virtual reality is used to enhance realistic simulations, allowing trainees to rehearse in realistic conditions such as flight simulator use for training to use the skill in similar real world environments.
  • Maximizing Transfer: To maximize transfer, carefully match the practice environment to the real-world environment. This is done by controlling specific learning; introducing different sensory and environmental factors and details and including relevant environmental cues (e.g., loud music to mimic game atmosphere).

Additional notes

  • Practical Application Formal retention and transfer tests are rarely used; more often, "learning" is inferred from subjective evaluations of performance after practice. Informal tests alone are often not enough. Formal tests should be better. Subjective evaluations need to be critically considered.

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