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Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition
SPEX12-309

SUBJECT OVERVIEW


Level:Undergraduate Subject
Faculty/School:Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, School of Health Sciences
Semesters Offered:May 2013 - Standard
Credit Value:10 credit points
Subject Enquiries:Health Sciences & Medicine
Telephone: +61 7 5595 4400
Email: hsm@bond.edu.au
Study Abroad availability:Available to Study Abroad students
Subject Outline:September 2012  [ Standard ]

Synopsis

The subject Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition provides students with an overview of basic learning principles underlying motor skill development. The classification, presentation, processing, learning and measurement of motor skills will be examined and related to specific aspects of instruction in sport and exercise. Students will also be provided with an understanding of the relationship between motor learning and skill acquisition to physical growth and development and by recognising individual differences, effective teaching and coaching strategies that can be implemented to facilitate the development of motor learning and skill acquisition in specific populations.