This is the learned ability to
bring about predetermined
results with maximun certainty
Skilled performance
1) A single Act
2)Series of actions
3) Quality of
performance
*Consistency
*Recognisable
*Aesthetics
*Efficient
*End result
*Learned
*Fluent
Types of skill
*Cognitive (thought process e.g. tactics)
*Motor skills (physical movement)
*Perceptual skill (interpretation of stimuli)
*Psychomotor skill (perceptual+motor e.g.
receiving a pass, then making a pass)
Skill Classification
Gross - Fine
Gross - Large muscle group.
Fine - Small movements,
accuracy+precision is vital.
Open - Closed
Open - Environment changes not
predictable, skills require constant change.
Closed - Environment is stable and
predictable, skills are repeated e.g 100m
runner.
Self paced - Externally paced
Self paced - Performer chooses when the
skill is executed e.g javelin throw.
Externally paced - There is a set time for
execution.
Discrete - Serial - Continuous
Discrete - Clear beginning and end.
Serial - Group of discrete
movements together e.g Triple
jump. Continuous - No obvious
beginning or end.