Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition

2nd Edition - Applications for Physical Education and Sport

By: Michael Spittle

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Paperback | 19 April 2021 | Edition Number 2

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495 Pages

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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.

New to this Edition:

New and updated chapters on skill acquisition approaches, talent identification and development, and performance analysis and feedback as well as separate chapters on practice design and task modification, and practice organisation and planning
Contains additional content on decision-making, tactical and strategic skills, traditional and constraints-led skill acquisition approaches, practice design, and skill-drill and game-based practice for skill acquisition
Supported by a bank of online lecturer resources, including PowerPoints, MCQs and lab activities

About the Author

Michael Spittle is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences at Deakin University, Australia.

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