2.1 Information Processing (Part 1) Flashcards
Define information processing
The methods by which data from the environment are collected and utilised
What is the flow chat for information processing?
Input —> Decision Making —> Output
Define input stage
Information picked up by the senses
Examples of input stage
Condition of the pitch
Opposition
Crowd
What is the sporting environment known as ?
The display
How is information collected?
By receptor systems
Name the receptor systems
Sight
Auditory sense
Touch
Balance
Kinesthesis
Define kinesthesis
The inner sense that gives information about body position and muscular tension
What are the 2 processes in the decision making stage?
Selective attention
The memory system
Define selective attention
Filtering relevant information from irrelevant information
What is selective attention like for elite performers?
Automatic
How can selective attention be developed?
By learning to focus on the important information and getting used to the idea of a stimulus
Define stimuli
The important and relevant items of information from the display
Benefits of selective attention
- improves reaction time
- improves chances of making the right decision
- by ignoring irrelevant information, athlete can focus on more detailed aspects of the task
What is DCR?
Detection Comparison Recognition
Perceptual stage
