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Classification of Skills
Introduction
Skills are an important part of learning physical activity. ...
Types of skills
· Cognitive – also often known as intellectual skills and involve a thought processes. ...
· Perceptual motor skills – This does not just involve one skill, but several. Most skills are referred to as perceptual motor skills as they involve thought, interpretation and movement. ...
Classification
Most skill classification systems are based on the view that motor skills are affected by three factors:
· How precise a movement is
· Whether the movement has a definite beginning and end
· Whether the environment affects the performance of the skill
The Gross and Fine Continuum
This continuum is concerned with the precision of movement - gross and fine skills
Gross skills: involve large muscle movements, where the major muscle groups are involved. ...
Fine skills: involve intricate movements using small muscle groups, tend to be precise and generally involve high levels of hand-eye coordination. A snooker shot or playing the piano are examples fine skills.
The Open and Closed Continuum
This continuum is concerned with the effects of the environment on skills - Barbara Knapps open and closed skills
Open skills: sports such as Netball, Football, and Hockey usually involve open skills.
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