EXSS3070
Motor Learning & Skill Acquisition
10 Units
Available in 2014
| Ourimbah | Semester 1 |
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Previously offered in 2013
Motor learning and skill acquisition encompass an area of study that explains how we acquire new movement skills. This course explores the processes of neuromotor control, skill acquisition and skill retention. Students are taught how to assess motor skill proficiency and design training programs that optimise the quality and speed of skill acquisition. Particular emphasis is placed on motor learning and skill development, such that students will understand the processes behind skill acquisition that are relevant to the role of the exercise and sports scientist.
| Objectives | On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. State the distinction between motor skill and ability 2. Assess and categorise motor skills using multidimensional models 3. Define the role of visual and other sensory inputs in movement coordination 4. Describe the limitations to skill acquisition and retention 5. Design a movement skill training program that reflects the latest understanding on training methodology 6. Assess the performance of and errors associated with a motor skill in terms of range of motion, speed of movement, muscle activation and coordination 7. Cooperate successfully as part of a research group |
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| Content | * Measurement and classification of motor skill and performance * Motor learning: theories and stages * Transfer of Learning * Demonstration and Verbal Instruction * Augmented Feedback * Practice Variability and Specificity * Amount and Distribution of Practice * Whole and Part Practice * Mental Practice |
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| Replacing Course(s) | SPOR3070 Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition. | ||||||
| Transition | Cannot count for credit with SPOR3070 Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition. | ||||||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||||||
| Assumed Knowledge | HUBS1403 Biomedical Science Part 1 HUBS1404 Biomedical Science Part 2 EXSS1010 or SPOR1010 Foundations of Exercise and Sport Science EXSS2060 Motor Control or SPOR2060 Motor Control and Learning |
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| Modes of Delivery | Internal Mode | ||||||
| Teaching Methods | Lecture
Laboratory Self Directed Learning Tutorial |
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| Contact Hours | Laboratory: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |
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| Timetables | 2014 Course Timetables for EXSS3070 |