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Skill classification Flashcards

continuim, skilful peformance

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Characteristics of skill

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aesthetically pleasing
consistent
efficient
fluent
accurate
controlled
economical

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Self paced skill

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choose when the movement starts. usually closed.

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Externally paced skill

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control is not determined by the performer. usually open.

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Discrete skill

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clear beginning middle and end. repeat=start again

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Serial skill

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discrete skills that are put together in an order

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Continuous skill

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no beginning middle and end. end of one = start of next.

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Simple skill

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small amount of info to process. low number of decisions

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Complex skill

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many decision’s

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Low organisation

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parts of a skill can be separated and practiced

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High organisation

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one whole movement

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What is a skill

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a learned ability (to bring about predetermined results with a maximum certainty often with minimal outlay of time energy or both.)

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What is an ability

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a genetic characteristic that underpins sports performance. they can be developed through training but cannot be fundamentally changed.

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Gross skill

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large muscle groups. lots of movement

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Fine skill

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small muscle groups. intricate movement.

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Open skill

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movement effected by environment. lots of decision making.

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Closed skill

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not affected by the environment. self-paced.

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Gross skill example

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rugby tackle, triple jump.

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Fine skill example

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throwing a dart.

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Open skill example

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rugby tackle, football tackle.

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Closed skill example

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100m sprint, triple jump, weightlifting.

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Self paced skill example

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triple jump, weight lifting.

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Externally paced skill example

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100m sprint.

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Discrete skill example

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netball shot.

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Serial skill example

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gymnastics routine.

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Continuous skill example

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running, cycling, swimming.

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Low organised skill example

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triple jump, netball shot.

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High organised skill example

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100m sprint.

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Kinaesthetic

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internal feeling.

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Things to consider when choosing how to practice

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task, performer , environment

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Task

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nature/type of the skill. serial? open? physical/mental demands of the task

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Performer

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ability/stage of learning/experience. gender. motivation. age/maturity

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Environment

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time constraints. size of facility/group. danger/risk. sustainability of venue. fitness levels.

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