Varied Practice Flashcards
What does it aim to do
Provide the performer with the ability to adapt a skill to a range of possible circumstances
Appropriate for
Open skills
Externally paced skills
Best when skill has already been learnt
Why is it appropriate for open skills
Good preparation for real game situations
Why is it appropriate for externally paced skills
Can be used because players need to be able to adapt their performance under pressure
Why is it best when skills have already been learnt
Variety can stimulate interest
Can facilitate transfer of learning
Negatives
Can confuse performer
May not be able to develop effective motor programmes
Why might it confuse the performer
Too much stimuli can cause info overload
What does it involve
Using different methods to achieve a learning goal
