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

* 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

SPOR3070 Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition.

Cannot count for credit with SPOR3070 Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition.

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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

Internal Mode

Lecture
Laboratory
Self Directed Learning
Tutorial

Laboratory: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term