Motor learning and coaching UNIT 3

Question 1

what is the definition of transfer of learning ?

Answer 1

the effect that past experiences have on the learning of a new skill

Question 2

what are the categories of transfer of learning ?

Answer 2

skill to skill
theory to practise
training to competition

Question 3

what is the skill to skill?

Answer 3

occurs when a skill from one sport has an influence on a skill in another sport

Question 4

what is theory to practise ?

Answer 4

the transfer of theoretical skills into practise

Question 5

what is training to competition ?

Answer 5

the transfer of skills developed in training into a competition situation

Question 6

what are the effects of learning ?

Answer 6

positive transfer of learning
negative transfer of learning
zero transfer of learning

Question 7

what is positive transfer of learning ?

Answer 7

when the skill gained from the learning of a previous experience helps with the learning of a new skill

Question 8

what is negative transfer of learning ?

Answer 8

occurs when the learning from a previously learned skill negatively impacts the learning of a new skill

Question 9

what is a zero transfer of learning ?

Answer 9

occurs when the learning of a new skill is not affected either positively or negatively by previously learned skill

Question 10

what are the coaching process?

Answer 10

1. introduce the skill to be learned
2. demonstrate and explain the skill
3. practise the skill
4. correct error/provide feedback

Question 11

what is are the coaching processes?

Answer 11

-simple to complex
-shaping
-chaining
-static and dynamic

Question 12

what is simple to complex?

Answer 12

a drill that begins easy then as the simple skill is mastered then the complexities are added until the whole skill can be performed at the speed and intensity required by competition

Question 13

what is shaping ?

Answer 13

the process of simplifying a complex skill or using an incomplete version of the skill

Question 14

what is chaining?

Answer 14

the breaking down into parts of a complex skill or activity and teaching the skill part by part

Question 15

what is static to dynamic ?

Answer 15

a drill begins with the player being stationary to execute the skills and gradually adds in the movement required until performed at the speed and intensity required by competition

Question 16

what are methods that increase optimal performance?

Answer 16

checklist
training log
coach feedback
video analysis
Questionnaire

Question 17

what is a checklist ?

Answer 17

key points or key criteria on how the skill should be correctly executed

Question 18

what is a training log ?

Answer 18

recording how they felt they went with their training and if certain session helped with performance

Question 19

what is coach feedback?

Answer 19

outside person watches a performance and gives specific feedback on how to improve

Question 20

what is video analysis?

Answer 20

recording the performance and showing it back to the athlete to point out the areas the athlete needs to improve

Question 21

what are some benefits of video analysis?

Answer 21

-slow it down
-replay it
-compare
-shows progression over time
-different people can give feedback

Question 22

what are questionnaires ?

Answer 22

a specific set of questions set by a coach for an athlete to complete post performance to evaluate and reflect what they performed well and what needs to be improved

Question 23

draw the reflective learning process?

Question 24

draw the qualitative analysis model?

Question 25

what are the 5 parts of the Knudsen and Morrison model?

Answer 25

1. Preparation
2. Observation
3. Evaluation
4. Intervention
5. Re-evaluation

Question 26

what is preparation?

Answer 26

the coach is concerned with the process of developing a prerequisite knowledge normally make a checklist

Question 27

what is observation ?

Answer 27

coach gather Information about the performance or movement

Question 28

what is evaluation ?

Answer 28

using the information gathers in the observation the coach identifies the strengths and weaknesses

Question 29

what is intervention ?

Answer 29

the coach provides feedback and correction to the athlete on what they can improve on

Question 30

what is the autocratic leadership style?

Answer 30

the coach makes all of the decisions and is motivated complete the task as quickly and effectively as possible
don’t take into account the opinions of the group

Question 31

what athlete does an autocratic style suit?

Answer 31

-effective when team is winning
-when individuals don’t know what they are doing
-good when safety is needed
-motivated extrinsically
-most effective when quick decisions are needed for large groups
-athletes that need very specific feedback on technique.

Question 32

what is a democratic leadership style?

Answer 32

they consult the team as well as the coaching staff prior to the coach making the final decision

Question 33

what are the characteristics of a democratic style?

Answer 33

-athletes are intrinsically motivated and want to contribute
-where enjoyment is important
- where athletes just need to refine skills by working together with a leader

Question 34

what is a laissez-faire leadership style?

Answer 34

the coach has a hands off approach and let players decide whats best