Skill Acquisition

Question 1

Define skill acquisition

Answer 1

The process of learning and mastering a skill is an internal processes that bring about relatively permanent changes in the learner’s movement capabilities

Question 2

What aspects do performers have to develop to master a skill

Answer 2

Motor skills
Movement skills
Cognitive skills
Perceptual skills

Question 3

What are the primary factors of expertise, Baker and Horton (2004)

Answer 3

Genetic
Training
Psychology

Question 4

What are the secondary factors of expertise, Baker and Horton (2004)

Answer 4

Contextual variables
Social-cultural variables

Question 5

Name the aspects of formal practice

Answer 5

TEA
- Total concentration on improving a specific aspect of performance
- Engage in practice activities designed by teachers
- Ample opportunities for repetitive (solitary) practice

Question 6

What is the aim of deliberate play

Answer 6

To have fun