learning plateaus

Question 1

what is a learning plateau?

Answer 1

a period in performance where there are no signs of improvement - the performer makes no changes

Question 2

problem 1 - lack of motivation:

Answer 2

the lack of incentives or extrinsic rewards may cause performer to lose drive & energy for skill

Question 3

problem 2 - boredom:

Answer 3

the repetitive nature of a closed skill may cause boredom

Question 4

problem 3 - coaching:

Answer 4

the coach may issue incorrect instructions or use incorrect practice methods so that the skill is not done correctly

Question 5

problem 4 - limit of ability:

Answer 5

the performer may not improve simply because they have reached the full extent of their ability - they can’t improve as there is no underlying skill

Question 6

problem 5 - targets set too low:

Answer 6

the task may not allow performer to use their full range of skills - the limit of the task does not allow them to improve

Question 7

problem 6 - fatigue:

Answer 7

continuous actions over an extended period of time would inevitably result in tiredness - especially if the same muscles are being used repeatedly

Question 8

solution 1 - change goals & targets:

Answer 8

the task could be extended so that a new challenge is given to test the performer or goals could be set to see if task extensions are met

Question 9

solution 2 - the coach:

Answer 9

the player could find a new coach to raise performance levels

Question 10

solution 3 - fatigue:

Answer 10

a rest could be taken to avoid fatigue

Question 11

solution 4 - boredom:

Answer 11

more variety can be added to training to avoid boredom

Question 12

solution 5 - explanations:

Answer 12

explain the concept of the learning plateau to the performer so they don’t take personal responsibility

Question 13

solution 6 - feedback

Answer 13

provide the player with feedback to help improve performance and motivation