Dynamics of skill acquisition : a constraints-led approach /

This is an upper-level undergraduate or graduate textbook for courses in human movement and skill acquisition. A professional reference for movement practitioners and scientists, including teachers, coaches, physical educators, physical therapists, rehabilitation specialists, sport scientists, psych...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Davids, K. 1953-
Other Authors: Button, Chris, 1973-, Bennett, Simon, 1970-
Format: Book
Language:English
Turkish
Published: Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2008.
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Online Access:Table of contents only
Table of Contents:
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgments
  • Part 1. Introduction to skill acquisition theory and the constraints-led approach. Chapter 1. Traditional theories of skill acquisition
  • Chapter 2. Physical constraints on coordination : dynamical systems theory
  • Chapter 3. Informational constraints on coordination : an ecological perspective
  • Chapter 4. Redefining learning : a constraints-led approach
  • Part 2. Applying the constraints-led approach. Chapter 5. Understanding the dynamics of skill acquisition
  • Chapter 6. Dealing with individual differences : implications for a nonlinear pedagogy
  • Chapter 7. Organizing practice to optimize learning
  • Chapter 8. Using verbal guidance as an informational constraint on learners
  • Chapter 9. Observational learning as directed search
  • Chapter 10. Implementing the constraints-led approach : case studies
  • Glossary
  • References
  • Index
  • About the authors.