Chapter 3: Practice, feedback and psychological skills Flashcards
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What is part practice?
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breaking a skill into smaller skill components. The smaller skill components are practiced in isolation before attempting the skill as a whole.
2
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When is part practice best?
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When the skill being learnt is complex, and the learner is a novice.
3
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What is whole practice?
A
Practicing a whole skill.
4
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When is whole practice best?
A
Suitable when the learner is proficient, more accurately reflects task representation and helps to develop specific timing and coordination.
5
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What is the difference between massed practice and distributed practice?
A
Massed practice schedules involve fewer practice sessions of longer duration, whereas distributed practice schedules involve more frequent sessions of shorter duration.
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