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- 1. Characteristics of skilled movement
- 2. Learning Objectives Describe the characteristics of skilful movement in physical activities Identify and describe the differences between unskilled and skilled participants Give practical examples of skilled movements in physical activities
- 4. Characteristics of Skilled movement ‘a predetermined objective is accomplished with maximum efficiency and minimum outlay of energy’ Talking about skill we normally mean; a combination of perceptual, cognitive, and motor skills. But, are skilful people born like that? Or do we learnt them? It is probably a mixture of both So each person is born with genetic skills from their parents But we also learn new skills and these can be improved Learning the fundamental skills at an early age is vital for a sportsperson
- 5. Characteristics of Skilled movement How would you describe a skilful person? ‘Fluent in their actions’ ‘Good co-ordination’ ‘Controlled movements’ ‘Seems effortless’ ‘Looks good’ ‘Good technique’
- 6. Characteristics of Skilled movement We normally comment that an ‘experienced’ person is skilful, but what does being skilful actually mean? We sometimes say a kick was skilful, or that a whole movement like a 100m race was skilful.
- 7. Movement Skill This is a action or task that has a goal and requires voluntary body/limb movement to achieve the goal. E.G? What are the differences between a novice and a pro? Use Pg 70
- 8. Perceptual skills As a sports player you need to assess the position of teammates and opponents, deciding where to pass or throw a ball etc... This interpretation of info, is called perception. The skill required to do this well is perceptual skill
- 9. Cognitive Skill For you to learn skills (skill acquisition) you need cognitive skills. They are intellectually based (working out a solution) Some psychologists say this is something you are born with, some say you can develop this. An example: A football player being able to select the particular skill that is best in a certain situaion.
- 10. Being skilful Use the pink box on Pg 70 to make some notes
- 11. TASK and CHALENGE Pg 70 Activity 2 Task and Challenge