Motor Learning

Question 1

Motor Learning Principles / stages

Answer 1

Stages of Motor Learning
- cognitive = what to do -
learner learns how to do task
- associate = how to do
learner begins to apply and self-monitor performance of task
- autonomous = how to succeed
learner self-corrects and adapts performance

Question 2

Motor learning considerations for tx:

performance

Answer 2

repetition of task

Question 3

Motor learning considerations for tx:

generalizability

Answer 3

applying a learned motor skill to a similar task and see if it is replicated

Question 4

Motor learning considerations for tx:

Resistance to contextual change

Answer 4

motor skills should be performed in multiple and new environments

Question 5

Motor learning considerations for tx:

Guidance

Answer 5

care provider should physically assist with task to achieve desired movement

Question 6

Motor learning considerations for tx:

feedback

Answer 6

intrinsic = sensorimotor, visual, vestibular
extrinsic= external cues

Question 7

Motor learning considerations for tx:

practice type

Answer 7

part vs whole
practice order
massed vs. variable (how much rest between sessions)

Question 8

Motor learning considerations for tx:

environmental influences

Answer 8

open = variable and changing

closed = familiar with minimal or controlled distractions