Classification of skills Flashcards
what is a closed motor skill?
A closed motor skill is a movement performed in a stable, predictable environment where the performer controls the timing.
what is an open motor skill?
An open motor skill is a movement performed in an unpredictable, changing environment, requiring the performer to adapt their actions in response to external factors.
what is a fine motor skill?
A fine motor skill is a movement that involves small muscle groups to perform precise and delicate actions, such as playing darts
what is a gross motor skill?
A gross motor skill is a movement that involves large muscle groups and produces forceful or coordinated actions, such as running, jumping, or throwing.
what is a discrete motor skill?
A discrete skill is a movement that has a clear beginning and end, such as kicking a ball, throwing a dart, or performing a push-up.
what is a serial motor skill?
A serial skill is a movement that involves a sequence of discrete skills performed in a specific order, such as a gymnastics routine or a lay-up in basketball.
what is a continuous motor skill
A continuous motor skill is a movement with no clear beginning or end, often repetitive and rhythmic, such as running, swimming, or cycling.
what are fundamental movement skills?
Fundamental movement skills are basic movement patterns, such as running, jumping, throwing, and catching, that form the foundation for more complex skills in sports and physical activities.
Fundamental movement skills can be classified into 3 categories:
The three categories of fundamental movement skills are
locomotor skills (e.g., running, walking),
manipulative skills (e.g., throwing, catching),
and stability skills (e.g., balancing, twisting).
what are sport specific skills?
Sport-specific skills are movements and techniques that are tailored to a particular sport, built upon fundamental movement skills, such as a soccer dribble, tennis serve, or basketball jump shot.
