Thorndike's laws (Thoeries of learning movement skills)

Question 1

What is Thorndike’s law of exercise

Sporting example

Answer 1

Performer should practice in order to strengthen the S=R bond.
Eg. A cognitive badminton player should practice a serve over and over again.

Question 2

What is Thorndike’s law of effect

Sporting example

Answer 2

A ‘satisfier’ will strengthen the S=R bond, an ‘annoyer’ will weaken the S=R bond.
Eg. Coach should explain to a tennis player why the serve is not working and then praise them when it is done correctly.

Question 3

What is Thorndike’s law of readiness

Sporting example

Answer 3

Performer must be physically and mentally capable of performing a task.
Eg. If a swimmer has not got the stamina to swim a length let him swim a width.