1. skill learning principles ( classifying skill )

2. Classification & characteristics of skill

3. Definition :
Skill is being able to achieve a particular objective and involves a sequence of movements learned over a period of time.
Eg: Tennis serve

4. Classification of skill :
DISCRETE SKILLS :
Discrete skills have a distinct beginning and end point.
Eg: A football punt

5. Classification of skill :
SERIAL SKILLS :
A serial skill is a combination of discrete skills in succession.
Eg: A gymnastics routine

6. Classification of skill :
CONTINUOUS SKILLS :
Continuous skills have no distinct beginning or end point.

7. Classification of skill :
CONTINUOUS SKILLS :
Continuous skills have no distinct beginning or end point.
Eg: running, cycling, swimming.

8. Classification of skill :
CLOSED SKILLS :
Closed skills are performed in a predictable or stable environment The timing is controlled by the performer.

9. Classification of skill :
CLOSED SKILLS :
Closed skills are performed in a predictable or stable environment The timing is controlled by the performer.
Eg: cricket bowl, tennis serve, softball pitch.

10. Classification of skill :
OPEN SKILLS :
Open skills are performed in an unpredictable or changing environment. The timing is influenced by external factors.

11. Classification of skill :
OPEN SKILLS :
Open skills are performed in an unpredictable or changing environment. The timing is influenced by external factors.
Eg: batting, tennis rally, goal-keeping

12. Classification of skill :
FINE SKILLS :
Fine skills involve small muscles or muscle groups where accuracy and precision are required.
Eg: darts, lawn bowls, snooker.

13. Classification of skill :
GROSS SKILLS :
Gross skills involve large muscle groups or whole body movements.

14. Classification of skill :
GROSS SKILLS :
Gross skills involve large muscle groups or whole body movements.
Eg: throwing, kicking, hitting.

15. CHARACTERISTICS OF SKILL :
Athletes demonstrating skill will exhibit :
* co-ordination
* timing
* organisation
* efficiency
* precision of movement
* correct decision making
* accuracy
* consistency
* anticipation
* quick reactions
* etc…..

16. CHARACTERISTICS OF SKILL :
Factors affecting skill level include :
* age
* gender
* hereditary
* physical maturation
* physical characteristics
* physical fitness
* effectiveness of the senses
* motivation
* arousal level
* personality & emotions
* experience & coaching
* role models
* environment
* socio – economic factors
* culture

17. REVISION QUESTIONS F D C A B E CLOSED OPEN
1. Place the following sports on the continuum between Closed and Open environments :
A - Badminton B - Netball C – Lawn Bowls
D - Archery E – Aussie rules F - Darts F D C A B E
CLOSED
OPEN
2. List five things that affect a person’s level of skill :
Age, gender, hereditary, coaching, experience, physical characteristics, fitness, motivation, arousal, etc.

18. REVISION QUESTIONS
3. Give three examples of a discrete skill -

19. REVISION QUESTIONS
3. Give three examples of a discrete skill - throw, kick, strike, catch, punch, fwd roll
4. Give three examples of a serial skill -

20. REVISION QUESTIONS
3. Give three examples of a discrete skill - throw, kick, strike, catch, punch, fwd roll
4. Give three examples of a serial skill - driving a car, gym routine, cricket bowl, triple jump, long jump, javelin
5. Give three examples of a continuous skill -

21. REVISION QUESTIONS
3. Give three examples of a discrete skill - throw, kick, strike, catch, punch, fwd roll
4. Give three examples of a serial skill - driving a car, gym routine, cricket bowl, triple jump, long jump, javelin
5. Give three examples of a continuous skill - running, cycling, swimming, rowing
6. Give three examples of a fine skill -

22. REVISION QUESTIONS
3. Give three examples of a discrete skill - throw, kick, strike, catch, punch, fwd roll
4. Give three examples of a serial skill - driving a car, gym routine, cricket bowl, triple jump, long jump, javelin
5. Give three examples of a continuous skill - running, cycling, swimming, rowing
6. Give three examples of a fine skill - writing, snooker, darts, lawn bowls, putting
7. Give three examples of a gross skill -

23. REVISION QUESTIONS
3. Give three examples of a discrete skill - throw, kick, strike, catch, punch, fwd roll
4. Give three examples of a serial skill - driving a car, gym routine, cricket bowl, triple jump, long jump, javelin
5. Give three examples of a continuous skill - running, cycling, swimming, rowing
6. Give three examples of a fine skill - writing, snooker, darts, lawn bowls, putting
7. Give three examples of a gross skill - throw, kick, strike, run, swim, jump