ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE SKILLS AND TECHNIQUE AIM : To increase the effectiveness of my performance by improving my personal skill levels. PROCESS : Cycle of Analysis (Investigate, Analyse, Develop, Evaluate) ACTIVITY : ____________________________________________ NAME : ________________________ CLASS : _________ KEY CONCEPT (KC) 1 : The concept of skill and skilled performance. KEY CONCEPT (KC) 2 : Skill / Technique improvement through mechanical analysis or movement analysis or consideration of quality. KEY CONCEPT (KC) 3 : The development of skill and the refinement of technique.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE Key Concept 1 : The concept of skill and skilled performance. Key Feature 1 : How skills are performed through an information processing model. Input information Selecting information Making decisions Output action Receiving feedback about performance Using received information as new input information Key Feature 2 : How skills and techniques are performed for effective, consistent performance whilst also displaying qualities of control, fluency and economy of movement. Understanding of skill classification terms in relation to performance. Open / Closed Simple / Complex Discrete / Serial / Continuous Key Feature 3 : How model performances can be used to enhance and develop performance.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE Key Concept 2 : Skill / technique improvement through mechanical analysis or movement analysis or consideration of quality. Key Feature 1 : In relation to performance, the purposes of collecting relevant and detailed information through using one or more of the following approaches : Mechanical analysis : Information relating to the mechanics of performance in one or more of the following : Mechanical principles of movement Centre of gravity Resistance Balance (static/dynamic) Action / reaction Use of body levers Axes and planes of movement Movement analysis : Information relating to movement within performance in one or more of the following : Preparation, action and recovery when using skills and techniques Effort factors such as control of weight, time, space and flow Skills and techniques necessary for efficient and effective movement Consideration of quality : Information relating to consideration of qualities in one or more of the following : Economy of movement Creative application of skill Disguise Technical, physical, personal and special qualities Key Feature 2 : In relation to technique improvement, create a detailed plan related to information gathered from the specific approach used in mechanical analysis, movement analysis or consideration of quality. Key Feature 3 : The importance of reviewing and monitoring improvements made through relevant training programmes using mechanical analysis, movement analysis or consideration of quality.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE Key Concept 3 : The development of skill and the refinement of technique. Key Feature 1 : Skills and / or techniques are learned in different stages. When developing skills or techniques carry out at least two methods of practice listed below applying the principles of effective practice. This will include understanding about the following stages : Preparation Practice Automatic or other terminology used to describe these stages. Methods of practice : Solo / shadow / partner / group Opposed / unopposed Gradual build up Drills / repetition practices Massed / distributed Conditioned games / small sided games / coached games Principles of effective practice : Setting clear objectives Identification of strengths and weaknesses Awareness of model performer Achievable progressive stages Effect of boredom and fatigue Intensity of practice Work to rest ratio Key Feature 2 : The influential factors in the development of performance Motivation Concentration Feedback Key Feature 3 : How skills are learned and require refinement of technique through practice.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE The aim of this assignment is to analyse and develop a specific aspect of your performance. To do this you will follow the stages of the “CYCLE OF ANALYSIS” as illustrated below. CYCLE OF ANALYSIS STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Where you explain how a specific aspect of performance was investigated through gathering and analysing information. You will do this by observing your performance and then gathering data and collating the results of these observations. STAGE 2 : ANALYSE Where you explain how knowledge acquired from the study of relevant concepts has helped you to analyse your performance and plan a development programme. You will do this by comparing your performance with a model performance using agreed criteria and then identifying your strengths and weaknesses. STAGE 3 : DEVELOP Where you explain how both the content and suitability of your programme of work were monitored over the period of your training. You will do this by preparing your plan of action and then completing your training programme. STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Where you reflect on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work completed and discuss your future development needs. You will do this by re-observing and then evaluating your performance.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF YOUR ACTIVITY TASK 1 : Give a brief description of the characteristics of your activity by outlining : The Nature and Purpose of your activity. The Personal Qualities required for success in your activity. The Main Skills needed for participation in your activity. NATURE and PURPOSE : PERSONAL QUALITIES : QUALITYEXPLANATION

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF YOUR ACTIVITY MAIN SKILLS : SKILLEXPLANATION

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE Key Feature 1 : How skills are performed through an information processing model. Input information Selecting information Making decisions Output action Receiving feedback about performance Using received information as new input information Key Feature 2 : How skills and techniques are performed for effective, consistent performance whilst also displaying qualities of control, fluency and economy of movement. Understanding of skill classification terms in relation to performance. Open / Closed Simple / Complex Discrete / Serial / Continuous Key Feature 3 : How model performances can be used to enhance and develop performance. Key CONCEPT 1 The Concept of Skill and Skilled Performance

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE IN YOUR ACTIVITY TASK 2 : Give a brief account of your personal experience in your activity to date. TASK 3 : Outline what you THINK your current strengths and weaknesses are when participating in your activity. (PERSONAL REFLECTION) STRENGTHS : WEAKNESSES :

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE Key Feature 1 : In relation to performance, the purposes of collecting relevant and detailed information through using one or more of the following approaches : Movement analysis : Information relating to movement within performance in one or more of the following : Preparation, action and recovery when using skills and techniques Effort factors such as control of weight, time, space and flow Skills and techniques necessary for efficient and effective movement Key CONCEPT 2 Skill / Technique improvement through movement analysis.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. VALIDITY of data. Validity is probably the most important factor in data evaluation. Validity is the degree to which an Observation Schedule or Test actually measures what it has been designed to measure. RELIABILITY of data. Reliability is the consistency with which an Observation Schedule or Test measures what it has been designed to measure. A reliable Observation Schedule or Test should yield similar results every time it is given Measurement techniques, testing conditions, test administration, participant preparation, and environmental conditions are among variables that should be STANDARDISED as much as possible. VALIDITY, RELIABILITY and RELEVANCE of data. (Factors to be considered.) Was there adequate (enough), sound (reliable) evidence about your performance? Was there enough detailed information? How accurate were your partner’s observations? Were you injured / ill during any Observations or Tests? Did the data gathered relate directly to the information you required? Were your Observation Schedules / Tests designed properly or were they too easy / too complicated for your observer to handle? Were the size of teams, playing area and length of games suitable to give you relevant data?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. Reliable methods you could use to gather information include : Observation schedules reflecting either a Mechanical analysis, Movement analysis or Consideration of quality. Match analysis sheets VideoQuestionnaires Scatter diagrams Photographs / sequence photographs Structured interviews Standardised testsScorecardsDictaphone/ voice recorder Knowledge of performance results Tests you have devisedPersonal reviews Training diaries TASK : Briefly outline the type of data you will need to gather about your performance.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : List the various methods you will use to record your data and give advantages and disadvantages of each. Method used : AdvantagesDisadvantages Method used : AdvantagesDisadvantages Method used : AdvantagesDisadvantages Method used : AdvantagesDisadvantages Method used : AdvantagesDisadvantages

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : Complete a very basic and general Observation Schedule which includes details of : How your observer will record details about your performance. The skills considered to be most important for successful participation in your activity. The success criteria for each of these skills. The results of the observation. My observer should ADDITIONAL NOTES

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : EXEMPLAR My O.S. results more or less confirmed what I had thought earlier when I used personal reflection to consider what my strengths and weaknesses were in Volleyball. The skill I had felt most comfortable performing during games was the serve. This is a relatively simple, closed skill and my results show I had little difficulty performing it with a %age success rate of 90%. At the other end of the scale my blocks and my spikes did not show up well at all with a 0% success rate for both of them. However, the problem didn’t just lie with me not performing them well, but more with the fact that I only attempted a block once and a spike twice. These are both important net skills and are clearly a deficiency in my play. My volleys and digs yielded better results, but a 60% and 50% success rate respectively still leaves a lot of room for improvement in what are essentially the basic shots in all Volleyball rallies. If I am failing in 8 out of every 20 tries at playing a volley in order to set up an attack at the net, my team is not going to get many chances to kill a rally using a spike. Similarly, if I am only managing to dig successfully 50% of the time, it is going to be very difficult for my team to set up a controlled attack. I need to improve the success rate of both these shots, but to begin with I am going to concentrate on the dig which is the poorest of the two. What conclusions can you draw from the results of the basic observation schedule?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : Complete a more Specific Observation Schedule which includes details of : How your observer will record details about your performance. The different techniques associated with the skill area named in Task 8. The success criteria for each of these techniques. The results of the observation. My observer should TASK : Name a skill area from Task which needs to be improved. I need to improve my

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : What conclusions can you draw from the results of the specific observation schedule?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. Selected activity : ________________________________ Selected area of analysis : SKILLS AND TECHNIQUE Specific aspect of performance selected for analysis : ___________________ By researching appropriate SECONDARY SOURCES such as books, newspapers, magazines, videos, C.D.Roms, Internet web sites, etc, find some more information about your specific aspect of performance. TASK : Secondary Source : ___________________________________________________ Who wrote/said it? : _________________________________ Date :_______ What was written/said? : _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Secondary Source : ___________________________________________________ Who wrote/said it? : _________________________________ Date :_______ What was written/said? : _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Secondary Source : ___________________________________________________ Who wrote/said it? : _________________________________ Date :_______ What was written/said? : _______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. Selected activity : ________________________________ Selected area of analysis : SKILLS AND TECHNIQUE Specific aspect of performance selected for analysis : ___________________ Explain why this aspect of performance is significant to the development of your performance. (What benefits will you gain by developing this aspect of performance?) You can justify your explanation using SECONDARY SOURCES. TASK :

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE Key Feature 3 : How model performances can be used to enhance and develop performance. Key CONCEPT 1 The Concept of Skill and Skilled Performance

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : Complete a very Specific Observation Schedule which includes details of : How your observer will record details about your performance. The specific coaching points associated with the specific aspect of performance named in Task ______. The success criteria for each of these coaching points. The results of the observation. My observer should TASK : Name the specific aspect of performance (technique from the skill area) which needs to be improved. I need to improve my

In preparation for your INITIAL comparison with a MODEL PERFORMER.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance TASK : Compare yourself to a MODEL PERFORMER by completing the table below. INITIAL COMPARISON TO MODEL PERFORMER (PRE- TRAINING) Name : Date : SUCCESS CRITERIAMODEL (Always)Never Almost never Almost alwaysAlways PREPARATION ACTION RECOVERY

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : What conclusions can you draw from the results of the very specific observation schedule and your INITIAL comparison with a model performer?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE TASK : Gathering data about your performance. Describe a TEST which will allow you to MEASURE YOUR CURRENT LEVEL OF ABILITY in the SPECIFIC ASPECT OF PERFORMANCE named in Task ______.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : Carry out the TEST described in Task _____ and RECORD YOUR RESULTS in an appropriate TABULAR form below.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. TASK : What conclusions can you draw from your test results?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE Key Feature 2 : In relation to technique improvement, create a detailed plan related to information gathered from the specific approach used in mechanical analysis, movement analysis or consideration of quality. Key CONCEPT 2 Skill / Technique improvement through movement analysis.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE The development of Skill and the refinement of Technique. Key Feature 1 : Skills and / or techniques are learned in different stages. When developing skills or techniques carry out at least two methods of practice listed below applying the principles of effective practice. This will include understanding about the following stages : Preparation Practice Automatic or other terminology used to describe these stages. Methods of practice : Solo / shadow / partner / group Opposed / unopposed Gradual build up Drills / repetition practices Massed / distributed Conditioned games / small sided games / coached games Principles of effective practice : Setting clear objectives Identification of strengths and weaknesses Awareness of model performer Achievable progressive stages Effect of boredom and fatigue Intensity of practice Work to rest ratio Key Feature 2 : The influential factors in the development of performance Motivation Concentration Feedback Key Feature 3 : How skills are learned and require refinement of technique through practice. Key CONCEPT 3

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 2 : ANALYSE Principles of effective practice : Achievable progressive stages Methods of practice Stages of learning Preparing your plan of action Why are your chosen methods of practice appropriate to the development of your performance? How do you plan to monitor the appropriateness and effectiveness of your development programme? Influential factors in the development of performance : Motivation Concentration Feedback

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 2 : ANALYSE Principles of effective practice : Setting clear objectives Achievable progressive stages Stages of learning Methods of practice Preparing your plan of action Give a rough outline (summary) of your planned development programme using the template below. Session No(s) Warm -up Stage(s) of Learning Method(s) of Practice Cool -down Reflect/Eval (progress, difficulties, motivation, concentration, feedback) Influential factors in the development of performance : Motivation Concentration Feedback

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 2 : ANALYSE Preparing your plan of action Session 1 Date : Name : Warm-up (5-7 mins) OrderDRILLS / PRACTICES / ROUTINES Stage of Learning Method of practice Timing Cool-down (2-3 mins)

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 3 : DEVELOP Completing and monitoring your plan of action MOTIVATION, CONCENTRATION and FEEDBACK

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 3 : DEVELOP Completing and monitoring your plan of action TASK : You must now start your development programme remembering to use : suitable warm-ups appropriate progressive skills and technique drills / practices / routines suitable cool-downs. Remember to state the STAGE OF LEARNING you feel you are operating at and the METHOD(S) OF PRACTICE you are using. Immediately after each training session record how you feel the session went, paying particular attention to your : Progress made Difficulties encountered Motivation Concentration Feedback (internal / external) Any other relevant comments Before planning each new training session consider any changes you need to make in relation to your : Warm-up Drills / practices / routines (including frequency, intensity, duration and progression). Cool-down Record any significant changes you make on the “SUMMARY OF CHANGES” sheet detailed in TASK ________.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 3 : DEVELOP Completing and monitoring your plan of action Session No. Date : Name : Warm-up (5-7 mins) OrderDRILLS / PRACTICES / ROUTINES Stage of Learning Method of practice Timing Cool-down (2-3 mins) REFLECTIONS / EVALUATIONS ON OR ABOUT YOUR TRAINING Progress made : Difficulties encountered : Motivation : Concentration : Feedback (internal / external) : Any other comments :

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 3 : DEVELOP Completing and monitoring your plan of action TASK : Record any significant changes you make to your development programme in the table below : WHEN did you change / adapt HOW did you change / adapt WHY did you change / adapt SUMMARY OF CHANGES

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE Key Feature 3 : The importance of reviewing and monitoring improvements made through relevant training programmes using mechanical analysis, movement analysis or consideration of quality. Key CONCEPT 2 Skill / Technique improvement through movement analysis.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. Having completed your personal development programme you must now take appropriate steps to MEASURE YOUR NEW LEVEL OF ABILITY and to ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF YOUR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME. These steps will include : Re-testing yourself using exactly the same test as before (see Task ______) Drawing comparisons between your pre-training results (before) and your post- training results (after). Being re-observed using exactly the same very specific observation schedule as before (see Task ______) Drawing comparisons between your pre-training results (before) and your post- training results (after). Comparing yourself to a model performer using exactly the same checklist as before (see Task _____) Drawing comparisons between your pre-training results (before) and your post- training results (after). Drawing conclusions from all your comparative evidence.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. TASK : Carry out EXACTLY the SAME TEST described in Task _________. RECORD YOUR NEW POST-TRAINING RESULTS along with your OLD PRE-TRAINING RESULTS in an appropriate TABULAR form below. This Re-Testing will allow you to COMPARE your PRESENT ABILITY (post- training) with your PREVIOUS ABILITY (pre-training).

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. TASK : Carry out EXACTLY the SAME VERY SPECIFIC Observation Schedule described in Task ________. This Re-Observation will allow you to COMPARE your PRESENT ABILITY (post-training) with your PREVIOUS ABILITY (pre-training).

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. In preparation for your FINAL comparison with a MODEL PERFORMER.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. TASK : Compare yourself to a MODEL PERFORMER by completing the table below. FINAL COMPARISON TO MODEL PERFORMER (POST- TRAINING) Name : Date : SUCCESS CRITERIAMODEL (Always)Never Almost never Almost alwaysAlways PREPARATION ACTION RECOVERY

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. TASK : What conclusions can you draw from the following : Post-Training Test results compared to Pre-Training Test results. Post-Training Very Specific Observation results compared to Pre-Training Very Specific Observation results. Post-Training Comparison with a Model Performer compared to Pre-Training Comparison with a Model Performer.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. TASK : Answer the following questions. Has your performance changed? Yes, it has improved significantly. Yes, it has improved marginally. No, it has remained constant. Yes, it has become marginally poorer. Yes, it has become significantly poorer. How do you know your performance has changed? What proof do you have?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. List the MAIN changes to your performance. (What are you doing now that you were not doing before?) What did you do to measure changes in your performance? (How did you evaluate these changes in your performance?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. Did you achieve your LONG TERM GOAL (target)? How did you organise RELEVANT TRAINING SESSIONS to ensure progress in your performance?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. Explain briefly the effect the following factors had on you during your development programme. MOTIVATION : CONCENTRATION : FEEDBACK :

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. Have the changes to your specific aspect of performance had an effect on your team’s performance? Yes. My team have benefited as a result of my performance improving. Yes. My team have suffered as a result of my performance deteriorating. Explain : Explain what you consider to be your next steps with regard to your future development needs in this area of performance. (What do you plan to do next, in terms of Skills and Technique, in order to become even better?)

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE EXAM PREPARATION REVISION CHECKLIST QUYesNo 1Can you name the area of analysis and development of performance you have been studying? 2Can you describe what the aim of this area of analysis and development of performance was? 3Do you know how many Key Concepts were involved in this area of analysis and development of performance? 4Can you name these Key Concepts? 5Do you know how many Key Features were related to each Key Concept? 6Can you name these Key Features? 7Can you name the 4 stages in the Cycle of Analysis process? 8Can you name the Activity you took part in? 9Can you name the nature and purpose of your activity? 10Can you name some personal qualities needed for your successful participation in the activity? 11Can you explain why these personal qualities are important? 12Can you name the most important skills of your activity? 13Can you describe these skills? 14Can you explain how an information processing model works? 15Can you explain the difference between open and closed skills? 16Can you explain the difference between simple and complex skills? 17Can you explain the difference between discrete, serial and continuous skills? 18Can you explain what is meant by the term personal reflection? 19Can you explain the importance of validity and reliability in relation to gathering data about your performance?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE EXAM PREPARATION REVISION CHECKLIST QUYesNo 20Can you name reliable methods of data collection? 21Can you describe the advantages and disadvantages of these different methods? 22Can you describe the methods you used to collect initial data about your performance? 23Can you describe the type of information you were able to find out about your performance from this initial data? 24Can you name the specific aspect of your performance that you selected for analysis? 25Can you describe the benefits to be gained by developing this particular aspect of performance? 26Do you know what a secondary source is in relation to data collection? 27Do you know how to reference secondary sources correctly? 28Can you explain the term model performer? 29Can you describe the methods you used to collect focussed data about your performance? 30Can you describe the type of information you were able to find out about your performance from this focussed data? 31Can you describe the test you designed to measure your initial ability in your specific aspect of performance? 32Can you describe the type of information you were able to find out from your test results? 33Can you name the 3 stages of learning? 34Can you describe each of these stages of learning? 35Can you name some methods of practice? 36Can you describe each of these methods of practice? 37Can you name some principles of effective practice? 38Can you describe each of these principles of effective practice? 39Can you name 3 influential factors to be considered in the development of performance?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE EXAM PREPARATION REVISION CHECKLIST QUYesNo 40Can you describe the significance of each of these influential factors in relation to the development of performance? 41Can you explain what the long term goal of your development programme was? 42Can you explain what the short term goals of your development programme were? 43Do you know how long your development programme lasted? 44Do you know how often you trained? 45Do you know what is meant by the intensity of your development programme? 46Do you know how long each of your training sessions lasted? 47Do you know which methods of practice you used during your training sessions? 48Do you know why you used these particular methods of practice? 49Can you describe how you monitored the appropriateness and effectiveness of your development programme? 50Can you give a breakdown of a typical training session you designed and completed? 51Can you describe how you evaluated each training session? 52Can you explain when, how and why you adapted or changed your development programme? 53Can you describe the steps you took to measure your new level of ability following the completion of your development programme? 54Can you describe the steps you took to assess the effectiveness of your development programme? 55Can you describe the type of information you were able to find out about your level of ability after completing your development programme compared to your ability before starting it? 56Do you know if your performance changed?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE EXAM PREPARATION REVISION CHECKLIST QUYesNo 57Do you know how your performance changed? 58Can you prove that your performance changed? 59Can you describe the main changes to your performance? 60Can you explain how you measured these changes in your performance? 61Do you know if you achieved your long term goal? 62Can you describe how you organised relevant training sessions to ensure that you made improvements to your performance? 63Can you describe the effect that motivation had on you during your development programme? 64Can you describe the effect that concentration had on you during your development programme? 65Can you describe the effect that feedback had on you during your development programme? 66Can you describe the effect the changes to your performance have had on your team’s performance? 67Can you describe what you consider to be your future development needs in relation to this area of performance?

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE EXAM PREPARATION SPECIMEN EXAM QUESTIONS SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES Question 1 Question Choose one activity. a)Describe some of the features of performance that can be identified at each of the stages of skill learning. Give specific examples from your chosen activity. b)Select a skill or technique from your activity. Give a detailed analysis of the features of your performance that clearly mark out your current stage of learning. c)When developing this skill or technique discuss how you used your knowledge of skill learning to design an appropriate programme of work. Give specific details of the programme you used. d)Describe how you evaluated the effectiveness of the programme you used (20) a)Explain, in detail, what you understand about information processing and its relevance to learning and developing skill or refining technique. b)Select a complex skill or technique from an activity of your choice. When developing or refining or applying this skill or technique, discuss the range of information you had to process to ensure your performance improved. c)Describe, in detail, the methods of practice you used to improve your ability in the chosen skill or technique with a view to improving your whole performance. d)Describe, in detail, how you monitored your progress during practice. Explain what you did to ensure your progress was continuous (20)

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE VOLLEYBALL - DIG The DIG is used to receive serves, receive spikes, play any ball at waist height or lower, and play any ball that has gone into the net. Due to the fact that this skill is used almost exclusively for receiving, it is often referred to as just a pass. The Dig (forearm pass) is most often used to direct the ball to a teammate. It is important to absorb the force of a hard-hit ball and direct the ball in such a way that your teammate can execute a volley (overhead pass / set) on the next play. The dig must be executed efficiently if your team is to be successful; it is the starting point of a successful attack. If the ball is passed poorly, the setter will have difficulty placing the ball in the best position for the spiker. Viera, B.L & Ferguson, B.J. (1996) Volleyball Steps to success Human Kinetics Publishers, Inc.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE VOLLEYBALL - VOLLEY Viera, B.L & Ferguson, B.J. (1996) Volleyball Steps to success Human Kinetics Publishers, Inc. The VOLLEY (set) is an overhead pass that you execute to place the ball in a position for the spiker. This pass is normally played by the setter, but it may be used by any player. The volley can be either a forward pass or a back pass. The height of the volley depends upon the type of spike desired. The volley (overhead pass) can be used to receive any ball higher than shoulder level and coming to the player with little force. The volley is the most efficient way to handle the ball. The ultimate goal of a volleyball team on attack is to complete the 3-hit sequence of dig, volley, and spike. Your team must convert a hard-driven serve into a ball that is easily manageable. This requires cushioning the ball as you receive it and directing it high and easy to the setter in the front court. The volley (set) is usually your team’s 2 nd contact of the ball in the 3-step attacking move. The setter must place the ball in a position where the spiker can hit it aggressively back to your opponents. The volley determines where and how well the attack develops. A well-placed set enhances the attacking team’s ability to gain an advantage over their opponents.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE VOLLEYBALL - SPIKE Viera, B.L & Ferguson, B.J. (1996) Volleyball Steps to success Human Kinetics Publishers, Inc. The hard-driven SPIKE is the most important attacking weapon in volleyball. Most teams gain the majority of their points from successful spikes. The spike takes very little time to travel from the spiker’s hand to the floor; therefore, there is little time for opponents to move to the ball. When spiking it should be easier to perform the skill from your ON-HAND side as opposed to your OFF-HAND side. After learning how to spike your team will have the skills necessary to complete the 3-part sequence of dig, volley, and spike. The purpose of this sequence is to convert your opponent’s attack or serve into your own attack. This conversion is referred to as a TRANSITION. Your team must be able to receive your opponent’s serve and quickly and efficiently change from defence to attack. If your team is unable to make this transition, you will be forced to return a free ball to your opponents. A free ball is any ball that is returned over the net in a manner other than a spike. A free ball is easily received by your opponents. Teams that continually return free balls to their opponents will find themselves constantly defending.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance. VERY SPECIFIC Observation Schedule (PRE TRAINING PROGRAMME) In preparation for your INITIAL comparison with a MODEL PERFORMER.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance VERY SPECIFIC Observation Schedule (PRE TRAINING PROGRAMME) In preparation for your INITIAL comparison with a MODEL PERFORMER.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 1 : INVESTIGATE Gathering data about your performance VERY SPECIFIC Observation Schedule (PRE TRAINING PROGRAMME) In preparation for your INITIAL comparison with a MODEL PERFORMER.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. VERY SPECIFIC Observation Schedule (POST TRAINING PROGRAMME) In preparation for your FINAL comparison with a MODEL PERFORMER.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. VERY SPECIFIC Observation Schedule (POST TRAINING PROGRAMME) In preparation for your FINAL comparison with a MODEL PERFORMER.

ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF PERFORMANCE STAGE 4 : EVALUATE Reflecting on your planning, effectiveness and benefits of your programme of work. VERY SPECIFIC Observation Schedule (POST TRAINING PROGRAMME) In preparation for your FINAL comparison with a MODEL PERFORMER.