Theories Of Learning Movement Skills

Question 1

Operant conditioning

Answer 1

Learning occurs through a connection between a stimulus and a response. This is known as the S-R bond.

Question 2

Structure conditions

Answer 2

Manipulating the environment
E.g increasing size of goal to make it easier

Question 3

Trial and error

Answer 3

Multiple attempts at the skill
E.g 10 attempts at shooting into goal- player adjusts technique to score

Question 4

Behaviour shaping

Answer 4

Successful attempts mould correct response
E.g coach giving high five for scoring

Question 5

Positive reinforcement

Answer 5

Praise used to strengthen S-R bond towards desired response
E.g coach says well done for correct shooting technique

Question 6

Negative reinforcement

Answer 6

Removal of negative stimulus to strengthen S-R bond towards desired response
E.g coach removing criticism when shot is successful

Question 7

Punishment

Answer 7

Negative stimulus to weaken S-R bond
E.g 10 laps/ push ups for missing shot/goal

Question 8

Exercise

Answer 8

The performer must practice the skill to strengthen SR bond

Question 9

Readiness

Answer 9

An SR bond can only be created and strengthened if performer is mentally and physically mature enough

Question 10

Effect

Answer 10

When a correct action is shown ‘praise’ should be given to strengthen SR bond