stages of learning

Question 1

what are the three stages of learning?

Answer 1

cognitive, associative, autonomous

Question 2

what happens in the cognitive stage of learning?

Answer 2

the verbal motor stage
gathering of information.
a performer understands what needs to be done.
often uses trail and error.
successful movements can be reinforced by success or by a coach.
need to understand failure in order to avoid repeating.
use of demonstrations are good at this stage.
relevant cues are highlighted by the teacher and recognised by the performer.

Question 3

what happens in the associative stage of learning?

Answer 3

the motor stage
putting actions together
when a performer practices what needs to be done
comparing or associating movements produced with a mental image.
feedback is important in this stage.
more subtle cues recognised by the performer
motor programmes are formed but not yet automatic

Question 4

what happens in the autonomous stage of learning?

Answer 4

the automatic stage
skills are becoming almost automatic
very little conscious thought
allows players to concentrate more on peripheral strategies and tactics
stored in long term memory
short reaction time