KP161 Final: KP161
25 Oct 2016
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Labs: jan 8, 15, 22, 29 - feb 26, mar 4, 11, 18. Introduction to motor learning and control: chapter 1. A relatively permanent change in a person"s capability to execute a motor skill as a result of practice or experience. Through repeated observations of an individual"s performance , we infer whether the individual has learned a skill. Process involved in acquiring and refining motor skills. Neural, physical and behavioural aspects underlying human movement. Motor skills - 4 criteria: goal oriented, body and/or limb movement required, voluntary movement, must be learned. Removing a hand after touching a hot stove n. Skills classification: precision of movement, nature of movement organization, predictability of the environment, context in which skills are performed, action requirements of the skills, precision of movement. Children tend to achieve gross motor skill proficiency first and fine motor skills. Throwing a discus later: nature of movement organization. Beginning and an end points clearly define.
