types of transfer

Question 1

positive transfer and it’s effects

Answer 1

where one skill or situation helps the learning and performance of another skill.
effects:
•transfer of S-R bond of one skill to another.
•helps to develop the correct motor programme.

Question 2

negative transfer and it’s effect

Answer 2

where on skill or situation hinders the learning and performance of another skill.
effect:
•performer can respond incorrectly to similar stimuli.
•differences in kinaesthetic feedback can cause confusion.

Question 3

proactive transfer

Answer 3

where a previously learned skill affects the current learning performance of another skill.
effects:
•can be positive or negative.

Question 4

retroactive transfer

Answer 4

where the current learning of a new skill affects the performance of a previously learned skill.
effects:
•can be positive or negative.

Question 5

bilateral transfer

Answer 5

transfer from limb to limb (from one side of the body to the other).
effects:
•can be positive or negative.
•when positive, bilateral transfer helps an attacker to deceive a defender.

Question 6

ways to optimise the effect of positive transfer

Answer 6

•build on similar skills to promote transfer.
•clear demonstrations of where transfer takes place.
•original skill must be well grooved or over learned
•positive reinforcement when transfers successful.

Question 7

ways of limiting effects of negative transfer

Answer 7

•coach should optimise positive transfer.
•be aware that skills that look similar may transfer negatively.
•conflicting skills must not follow during a teaching programme.
•learners attention must be drawn away from negative transfer.