Guidance Flashcards
1
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define visual guidance
A
- learners shown how to perform a skill
- see the whole action and interpret it
- demonstrations, clips, images
2
Q
what are the advantages of visual guidance?
A
- provides mental image of the skill
- draws attention to key points
- better for less complex skills where less info needs to be given
3
Q
what are the disadvantages of visual guidance?
A
- can demotivate learner if highly complex as they cant do it
- overloads beginners with info
- must be accurate and clear or skill learnt wrong
4
Q
define verbal guidance
A
- terms and phrases associated to certain skills
- told in simple straightforward way
- players must understand basic terms used
- remember instructions
- interpret words into actions
5
Q
what are the advantages of verbal guidance?
A
- tactics can be explained
- gives technical info/key points and highlights cues
- feedback can be given immediately
6
Q
what are the disadvantages of verbal guidance?
A
- must understand basic terms
- overload beginners with info
- learners may lose concentration easily
7
Q
define manual guidance
A
- for dangerous or complex skills learnt
- coach physically aids a performer through a movement
8
Q
what are the advantages of manual guidance?
A
- builds confidence
- eliminates danger
- gives early feel for whole skill
9
Q
what are the disadvantages of manual guidance?
A
- learner becomes dependent on support
- interferes with kinaesthetic awareness
- proximity of coach may be upsetting
10
Q
define mechanical guidance
A
- use of equipment to help support learner whilst practicing skill
- e.g. using floats in swimming
11
Q
what are the advantages of mechanical guidance?
A
- promotes confidence
- ensure safety where there’s an element of danger
- e.g. rock climbing
12
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what are the disadvantages of mechanical guidance?
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- learner dependent on guidance
- feel of movement with guidance different to actual movement
- learner doesn’t get an opportunity to correct mistakes in the technique
