Stages of learning

Question 1

Cognitive

Answer 1

the initial phase of learning of a motor skill where the emphasis is on conscious understanding of the task requirement

Question 2

Associative

Answer 2

the second phase in the learning if a new skill, in which movement patterns become more refined and consistent through refined practise

Question 3

Autonomous

Answer 3

the final stage of learning in which the performers skill execution is almost automatic and requires very little of their attention