Paper 2 - Charateristics of Skill & Skill Classification Flashcards
What are the 5 characteristics of a skilful movement?
- Efficiency
- Predetermined
- Coordinated
- Aesthetic
- Fluent
What does ‘Aesthetic’ mean in relation to skilful movement?
It means that it looks good or is pleasing to the eye.
Give an example of an aesthetic skill in sports.
A gymnast performs a floor routine neatly and in time with the music.
What does ‘Predetermined’ mean in relation to skilful movement?
It means the performer knows what they are trying to achieve.
Provide an example of a predetermined action in sports.
A basketballer fakes a shot to put the defender off-balance before shooting for real.
What is a skill?
A learned ability to perform a task effectively.
What is an ability?
A natural talent or capacity to perform a task.
How do you determine if a skill is Basic or Complex?
By evaluating the amount of information processed and cognitive elements involved.
What is the definition of a Motor Skill?
An action or task that has a target or goal and involves voluntary body movement.
What does ‘Fluent’ refer to in the context of skilful movement?
Using movements that are smooth and flowing, without hesitation or stumbling.
Give an example of a fluent action in sports.
Fluent rugby players are able to pick up the ball and pass in a single flowing movement.
What does ‘Coordinated’ mean in relation to skilful movement?
Being able to repeat a pattern or sequence of movements with fluency and accuracy.
Provide an example of a coordinated action in sports.
Dribbling, jumping, and releasing the ball when performing a lay-up in basketball.
What is ‘Efficiency’ in the context of skilful movement?
Achieving maximum results or productivity with minimum wasted effort.
Provide an example of an efficient action in sports.
An efficient golfer transfers their body weight and times their swing to achieve maximum distance.
What are the characteristics of a Complex Skill?
Involves a high level of decision making and has a large cognitive or thinking element.
What are the characteristics of a Simple Skill?
Have a limited amount of information to process and a smaller cognitive element.
Define Open Skill.
A skill that is affected by the sporting environment and requires decisions in response to surroundings.
Define Closed Skill.
A skill that involves less decision making due to a predictable environment.
What is an example of an Open Skill?
Returning a tennis serve.
Dribbling with the ball in football.
What is an example of a skill that lies on the Simple end of the continuum?
Running
What is an example of a skill that lies on the Complex end of the continuum?
Returning a tennis serve.
What is an example of a closed skill?
Weightlifting
Penalty in football
High jump
