Classification of skills

Question 1

What is an open skill

Answer 1

A skill performed in a constantly changing environment, where the performer must adapt their movements in response to external factors. ( football pass )

Question 2

What is a closed skill

Answer 2

A skill performed in a predictable and stable environment, where the performer can plan their movements in advance. ( free throw )

Question 3

What is a gross skill

Answer 3

A skill that uses large muscle groups and involves big, powerful movements.
(rugby tackle)

Question 4

What is a fine skill

Answer 4

A skill that uses small muscle groups and involves precise, accurate movements.”

Question 5

What is a self paced skill ?

Answer 5

A skill where the performer controls the start and speed of the movement.
(A tennis serve or a golf swing.)

Question 6

What is an externally paced skill ?

Answer 6

A skill where the timing and speed of the movement are controlled by external factors, such as the environment or an opponent.
(Returning a tennis serve or saving a penalty in football.)

Question 7

Discrete skill

Answer 7

A skill that has a clear beginning and end.
( A tennis serve, a punch in boxing, or a golf swing.)

Question 8

serial skill

Answer 8

A skill that is made up of a sequence of discrete skills performed in a specific order.
(A gymnastics routine or a triple jump.)

Question 9

Continuous skill

Answer 9

A skill that has no clear beginning or end and is repeated in a flowing, continuous movement.
(Swimming, running, or cycling.)

Question 10

Simple skill

Answer 10

A skill that requires little concentration and decision-making, and has few sub-parts.
( Jumping or sprinting )

Question 11

Complex skill

Answer 11

A skill that requires a lot of concentration, decision-making, and coordination of many parts.
( Performing a basketball dribble while dodging opponents or a gymnastics routine )