learning and performace

Question 1

what is a learning plateau?

Answer 1

it is a period during the performace when there are no signs of imrpovement.

Question 2

stage 1 of a learning curve?

Answer 2

1. slow rate of learning
2. performace level is poor
3. cognitive stage of learning
4. trial and error

Question 3

stage 2 of learning curve?

Answer 3

1. rapid acceleration
2. learner is gaining some success
3. building confidence and motivation

Question 4

stage 3 of learning curve?

Answer 4

1. no further improvement in the rate of learning
2. learner has hit plateau
3. the performer maintains the same level

Question 5

stage 4 of learning curve?

Answer 5

1. period towards end of task
2. the performance may start to deteriorate - because of boredom and loss of motivation
3. linked to drive reduction theory

Question 6

what are some causes of a plateau?

Answer 6

1. lack of motivation
2. boredom
3. coaching - coach may not be experinced enough to teach further
4. limited ability - for example genetic
5. targets set too low - set higher goals
6. fatigue - DOMS

Question 7

solutions to the plateau effect?

Answer 7

1. extend the task/add more goals
2. new coach at higher level
3. more praise
4. have rest to avoid fatigue
5. add variety to avoid boredom
6. let them know about plateau effect so they take some responsibility
7. various types of feedback so they know how to imrpove

Question 8

what is reinforcement?

Answer 8

any action or event that increases the probability of a responce occuring again

Question 9

what is positive reinforcement?

Answer 9

• involves praise and reward
• too much can devaluethe reward

Question 10

what is negative reinforcement?

Answer 10

removal of praise when performance is incorrect

Question 11

what is punishment?

Answer 11

• any action or event that decreaeses the probability of a responce occuring again.
• unpleasent stimulus
• tells you what not to do
• too much can be cause ofl ack of motivation