Skill transfer Flashcards
what is positive transfer + example
one skill helps learn another e.g netball shoulder pass -> cricket throw
what is negative transfer + example
one skill hinders learning another e.g. hockey hit -> golf drive
what is proactive transfer
a previously learnt skill has a positive impact on a newly learnt skill
what is retroactive transfer
a newly learnt skill has an impact on a previously learnt skill
what is bilateral transfer + example
being able to do a skill with both sides of the body e.g. kicking a football with either foot
what is zero transfer
no effect on learning
why would negative transfer occur due to a coach
- performer is confused or misunderstood how to perform the skill
- practice conditions are not the same as game situation
how to optimise positive transfer
- make practices games-related and realistic
- explain or point out similarities between skills or tactics
- teach similar skills together
- use positive reinforcement and praise when positive transfer occurs
- build subroutines of a skill progressively
- teach fundamental skills first and ensure they are over learnt
how to limit negative transfer
- explain or point out differences between skills
- teach different skills apart
- punish/reinforce behaviour you don’t want to see
- ensure incorrect skills are not learnt