Feedback and Guidance

Question 1

visual

Answer 1

any method where the performer sees the correct way to perform the skill, should highlight key concepts
eg demonstration, playback of video clip, observing technique
performer- cognitive
adv- mental image of skill so know what it should look like
- draws attention to key points
dis- demonstration must be very accurate
- may overload beginners with info

Question 2

verbal

Answer 2

coach instructs, explains and directs performer to the key points of the skill by telling them what to do and how to do it, specific terminology and phasing used
performer- autonomous
adv- can be given immediately during performance
-tactics can be explained
dis- players must understand basic terminology for it to be useful
-may be info overload

Question 3

manual

Answer 3

coaches use their own body to manipulate or support performer or to force a response- dangerous skills
performer-cognitive
adv- builds confidence for those who can’t do whole skill
-eliminates danger and develops feel for the skill
dis- may become reliant on aid
-may develop wrong kinaesthesia as coach is there

Question 4

mechanical

Answer 4

involves the use of equipment to help learner whilst practicing the skill
performer- cognitive
adv- promotes confidence and ensures safety
-whole skill can be attempted
dis- learner may become dependent on guidance
-feel of movement is different with and without guidance

Question 5

feedback

Answer 5

reinforces correct actions
corrects errors
eliminates bad habits
acts as a motivator
builds confidence

Question 6

extrinsic feedback

Answer 6

from an outside source used to reinforce correct actions and correct errors, can be positive or negative
s-good for all stages
-change complexity of feedback based on performer
w-don’t develop kinaesthesia
- information overload

Question 7

intrinsic feedback

Answer 7

from within using kinaesthesia to feel if the action was correct or not, can be positive or negative

Question 8

positive

Answer 8

information about what was correct, to be repeated in the future
s- increases motivation and confidence
w- may lose value if used too much

Question 9

negative

Answer 9

information about incorrect actions, so they are not repeated and errors are corrected
-decreases motivation and confidence

Question 10

knowledge of performance

Answer 10

information about why the skill/action was successful /unsuccessful including the technique and quality of action

Question 11

knowledge of results

Answer 11

information about whether the skill/action was successful - repeat- or unsuccessful- adjust next time