Skill Classification Flashcards
what is an open skill?
a skill affected by changing environment - unstable and unpredictable decisions have to be made so it is externally-paced
what is an example of an open skill?
passing in football
what is a closed skill?
a skill the is NOT affected by the environment - stable and predicted decisions are made so it is self-paced
what is a discrete skill?
a skill with a clear beginning and end
what is an example of a closed skill?
a javelin throw
what is an example of a discrete skill?
forwards roll
forehand in tennis
what is a serial skill?
a series of discrete skills linked together to form a sequence or routine
what is an example of a serial skill?
triple jump
what is a continuous skill?
a skill with NO clear beginning and end
what is an example of a continuous skill?
front crawl
what is a self-paced skill?
the performer controls the speed or timing of a closed skill
what is an example of a self-paced skill?
tennis serve
javelin throw
golf swing
free kick in football
what is an externally-paced skill?
external factors control the speed or timing of an open skill
what is an example of an externally-paced skill?
returning a serve in tennis
receiving a pass in football
sprint start
what is a gross skill?
a skill using large muscle groups