Test revision Test date: 2/11/09 Skills and Techniques Test revision Test date: 2/11/09 C Fleming 09
Classification of skills Open Unpredictable Cannot control variables i.e speed / opposition E.g volley in football Closed Predictable Variable stay the same Action is the same E.g serve in badminton Simple Little decision making Basic movements Little coordination E.g forward roll Complex Many subroutines / parts Coordination is vital More decision making E.g backhand overhead drop shot
Exam question 1. Choose an activity. Describe the features of a model performance in a skill of your choice. (4 marks) Answering the question Name the activity and skill. What type of skill is it? What is the purpose of the skill? i.e. OHC is a building shot Explain that skills can be broken down into P.A.R Describe the P.A.R of the skill
Methods of gathering information Why? To identify strengths and weaknesses To improve your skill level using a POW Initial data Focused data
Methods of gathering information Why appropriate? Permanent record Repeatable Can be compared Reliable source Controlled environment
Stages of learning
Methods of practise Must link to the stage of learning 1. Shadow practice (preparation stage) Imitate action No pressure 2. Repetition drills (prep / practice) With or without movement 3. Continuous rally (practice) Both players play same shot repeatedly
Methods of practise 4. Combination rally (automatic) More game like 5. Conditioned games (automatic) Focus on a certain skill 6. Pressure drills (automatic) Improve skill whilst under pressure
Principles of effective practice To improve you must consider the following when practising: Clear goals – know what you want to improve, be SMART Work / rest ratio – High quality practise over a short time is best Progression – Challenging practices that get gradually more difficult Motivation / concentration – have the desire to succeed and be fully focused during training Feedback – must be POSITIVE, accurate and given quickly. Can be intrinsic or extrinsic.