Transfer

Question 1

What is positive transfer and give an example?

Answer 1

where one skill helps in learning the performance of another

e.g overarm throwing a ball to a javelin throw

Question 2

What is negative transfer and give an example?

Answer 2

where one skill hinders in the learning of another

e.g badminton forehand shot to tennis shot (different wrist action)

Question 3

What is proactive transfer and give an example?

Answer 3

where previously learnt skill affects a skill being currently learnt (positively or negatively)

e.g throwing a ball in the air will help an overarm volley ball serve

Question 4

What is retroactive transfer and give an example?

Answer 4

where the learning of a new skill affects a previously learnt skill (positively or negatively)

e.g learning a tennis serve may influence a previously learnt overarm cricket throw

Question 5

What is bilateral transfer and give an example?

Answer 5

transfer of a skill from one side of the body to another

e.g shooting right and left footed in football

Question 6

How can positive transfer be optimised?

Answer 6

• highlighting transferable elements
• highlight elements that may hinder learning
• overlearn the skill
• progressively build on skill from existing subroutines
• make sure performer is motivated and confident