Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition
Applications for Physical Education and Sport
2nd Edition
Published on 3. March 2021
Book
Paperback/Softback
XIV, 495 pages
978-1-352-01162-3 (ISBN)
Description
Integrating theory with practice, this core textbook provides a structured and sequential introduction to motor learning and motor control. Part 1 begins by introducing what motor learning is and how movement is controlled, before exploring how a learning environment may be manipulated to assist in the learning and performance of movement skills. Part 2 explores motor control from neural, behavioural and dynamic systems perspectives. Part 3 provides an overview of considerations in applying motor learning and skill acquisition principles to physical education, exercise and sports science. Chapters are illustrated with flowcharts and diagrams to aid students' understanding, and include activities and end-of-chapter review questions to consolidate knowledge.
Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition is essential reading for all Physical Education, Exercise and Sports Science and Sports Coaching students.
Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition is essential reading for all Physical Education, Exercise and Sports Science and Sports Coaching students.
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Edition
2nd ed. 2021
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
Adult education
Illustrations
128 farbige Tabellen
16 bw illus
Dimensions
Height: 276 mm
Width: 203 mm
Thickness: 27 mm
Weight
1176 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-352-01162-3 (9781352011623)
DOI
10.26777/978-1-352-01163-0
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
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E-Book
03/2021
2nd Edition
Bloomsbury Academic
€77.49
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Previous edition
Michael Spittle | Stephen C. Ferguson II
Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition
Applications for Physical Education and Sport
Book
07/2013
Red Globe Press
€89.87
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Person
Michael Spittle is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences at Deakin University. He teaches and researches in the areas of motor learning, skill acquisition, motor development, and applied movement science. Michael has an undergraduate degree and honours in physical education, postgraduate qualifications in education and psychology, and a PhD in motor learning and skill acquisition. He is the author of numerous journal articles and textbooks on skill acquisition in physical education and sport. Michael's research focuses on skill acquisition in areas such as practice design, performance analysis, sports analytics, performance-enhancing technologies, developing game sense, mental practice and imagery, and decision-making training in settings ranging from physical education through to high-performance sport.
Content
Preface.- Part 1: Motor Learning.- Chapter 1: Introduction to Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition.- Chapter 2: Movement and Sport Skills.- Chapter 3: Learning and Performance of Motor Skills.- Chapter 4: Changes in Learning.- Chapter 5: Abilities and Talent Identification and Development.- Chapter 6: Transfer of Learning.- Part 2: Motor Control.- Chapter 7: Attention and Memory.- Chapter 8: Movement Planning and Preparation.- Chapter 9: Senses Influencing Motor Control and Motor Learning.- Chapter 10: Neuromuscular Mechanisms.- Chapter 11: Theories of Motor Control and Motor Learning.- Part 3: Skill Acquisition.- Chapter 12: Skill Acquisition Approaches and Instructional Methods.- Chapter 13: Skill and Task Presentation and Instruction.- Chapter 14: Practice Schedules.- Chapter 15: Practice Variability.- Chapter 16: Practice Design and Task Modification. Chapter 17: Practice Organisation and Planning.- Chapter 18: Other Types of Practice.- Chapter 19: Performance Analysis and Feedback.- Chapter 20: Providing Feedback.- Index.