Classification of skill

Question 1

Classification of skills

Difficulty

2 ends of continuum, define, sporting example

Answer 1

• Simple- minimal decision making, limited info processing. E.g. handstand
• Complex- requires decision making, needs info processing. E.g. volleyball dig

Question 2

Classification of skills

Environmental

2 ends of continuum, define, sporting example

Answer 2

• Open- in changing environments, externally paced, needs info processing. E.g. hockey dribble
• Closed- in unchanging environments, self-paced, limited info processing. E.g. javelin throw

Question 3

Classification of skills

Pacing

2 ends of continuum, define, sporting example

Answer 3

• Self-paced- performed decides when to start movement. E.g. rock climbing
• Externally paced- Environmental factors determine when performer starts movement. E.g. receiving a serve (badminton)

Question 4

Classification of skills

Muscular involvement

2 ends of continuum, define, sporting example

Answer 4

• Fine- small muscle groups, needs precision/accuracy. E.g. spin bowl (cricket)
• Gross- large muscle groups, do not require precision. E.g. vault (gymnastics)

Question 5

Classification of skills

Organisation

2 ends of continuum, define, sporting example

Answer 5

• Low- easy to break down into subroutines. E.g. long jump
• High- difficult to break down into subroutines. E.g. Sprinting

Question 6

Classification of skills

Continuity

2 ends of continuum, define, sporting example

Answer 6

• Discrete- a clear beginning and end. E.g. backflip (gymnastics)
• Continuous- unclear beginning and end. E.g. basketball dribble
• Serial- several discrete skills joined together. E.g. triple jump