Motor Control Flashcards
Learning
a process of acquiring the capability for producing skilled actions
Learning occurs as a _______ result of practice of experience
direct
T or F: learning can be observed directly
False
Motor learning
a set of processes associated with practice or experience leading to relatively permanent changes in the capability for skilled movement
T or F: more learning will occur if there are more practice trials
True
______ is the most important factor in learning
Practice
Deliberate practice
Activities that have been specially designed to improve the current level of performance
T or F: distribution of practice and guidance are considered off-task deliberate practices
False!
they are considered to be ON-task
__________ is important for patient motivation
Goal-setting
T or F: instructions have a lasting impact on both learning and performance
True
Mental practice
One of the most frequently used and advocated off-task methods to promote learning
Mental rehearsal is an effective method for _______ practice
augmenting
T or F: shorter rest periods result in the more effective performance and retention of skills
False
longer rest periods
Variability of practice is influenced by…
the age of the learner
the nature of the task
the variability of the task
T or F: blocked practice is good when learning new tasks
true
