7- Skill

Question 1

Briefly explain the term ability

Answer 1

Ability is inherited

Question 2

Briefly explain the term skill

Answer 2

Skill is learned

Question 3

Explain 3 different skill continuums.

Answer 3

Closed- unchanging environment with few decisions
Self paced- performer decides the pace and start of movement
Discrete- distinct beginning and end OR serial- sequence of discrete skills
Gross- large muscle groups

Question 4

Explain the difference between an open and closed skill in a team game.

Answer 4

Open skill- involving a change in environment and decisions needing to be made
Closed- the same environment but few decisions made, for example a set piece

Question 5

What are the characteristics of a skilled performance?

Answer 5

Repeatable success, efficient, coordinated, fluent, adaptable, minimal outlay of energy, aesthetically pleasing, goal oriented, precise

Question 6

The skill of triple jumping can be classified according to different skill continua. Is triple jumping:
Open or closed?
Self paced or externally paced?
Discrete or continuous?

Answer 6

Closed
Self paced
Discrete