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Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Tutorial
Module Offerings
4506SPOSCI-JAN-PAR
Aims
This module will introduce students to key concepts related to skill acquisition and motor development throughout childhood and adolescents. It will also illustrate how these concepts can be applied in a range of physical education environments such as gymnastics, dance, games, and athletics.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Describe key concepts of skill acquisition and stages of motor development
2.
Apply skill acquisition concepts to individual in physical activities in a range of artistic, technical and creative contexts such as gymnastics, dance, team sports, athletics and games
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Feedback
Stages of motor development
Contextual interference Classification of skills Measuring skills
Motor control theories Stages of learning Instruction
Perceptual cognitive skills
Curricular activities for dance and gymnastics
Curricular activities for games and athletics
Additional Information:This module is delivered in semester 2. This module will enable individuals to consider and appreciate how physical education can provide a positive learning environment for the development of a wide range of skills and attributes. These include movement, sport specific skills, leadership and teamwork. This module will allow for reflection on how pedagogy can impact on the physical, affective, cognitive, and social development of individuals. This module will primarily focus on traditional activities associated with physical education such as games, aesthetic activities and individual activities.
Assessments
Presentation
Practice