Basic information processing

Question 1

4 stages of the basic information processing model

Answer 1

Input -> Decision making -> Output -> Feedback

Question 2

First stage input description

Answer 2

The performer
will pick out
important input
cues from the
environment. i.e. pick out the
flight of the ball.

Question 3

Second stage Decision making description

Answer 3

The second stage of this process is the decision making. The
decision process takes place by comparing the current situation,
held in the short term memory, with previous experiences, held
in the long term memory, to determine an appropriate action.

In this decision making phase, the performer must decide what to do with the stimulus identified.
ie. The performer will have to decide whether to move their feet into position.

Question 4

Third stage output description

Answer 4

The third stage of this process is the output. The action is
performed with reference to the movement pattern stored in
long term memory. Once the action is completed, the situation
and result are stored in the long term memory for future
reference.

The performer must
instruct his muscles to
move accordingly so
the catch can be
executed.

i.e. The performer must
instruct his muscles to
move accordingly so
the catch can be
executed.

Question 5

The final stage, feedback description

Answer 5

The last stage of this process is the feedback. Information
received via intrinsic (self) or extrinsic (outside) sources is used to
repeat the processes or adjust depending on success rate.