Methods Of Guidance Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is method of guidance
The information we give to learners to help them develop their skill
Factors affecting method of guidance
-SOL
- nature of activity
- individual preferences
- individuals personality and ability
- learners ability, motivation and age
- learning environment
What are the 4 types of guidance
- Visual
- Verbal
- Mechanical
- Manual
What does visual guidance consist of
Demonstrations, videos, images that show the correct technique - these can be observed and imitated
What SOL is visual guidance most useful for
Cognitive stage - beginners can see the correct technique, building confidence and a mental picture
Ads and disads of visual guidance
Ads-
Highlight key aspects of a skill
Breaks the skill down
Helps replicate technique
Teach larger groups
Disads-
Ineffective if demonstration is unclear
Hard to replicate
Possible demotivation
Focus can be lost
What does verbal guidance consist of
Explanation and spoken instructions from coach or teachers
-best combined with visual
Which learners will utilise verbal guidance
All 3, guidance becomes more detailed at autonomous
Ads and disads of verbal guidance
Ads-
Can be used alongside other types
Quick and efficient
Detailed feedback
Use to praise and motivate
Diasds-
Can be confusing
Not useful for complex skills
May not be effective for all learners
What is manual guidance
Physical support from a coach to guide movement
What SOL is manual guidance best used for
Cognitive stage- understanding of basic movement (gain kinaesthetics)
Ads and disads of manual guidance
Ads-
Direct kinaesthetic feedback
Develop confidence
Ensure technique is correct
Reduce injury risk
Disads-
Over reliance
Reduce independent learning
Invasive
What is mechanical guidance
Use of equipment to support learning
What SOL is mechanical guidance best suited for
All 3- especially cognitive and autonomous
Ads and disads of mechanical guidance
Ads-
Build confidence
Prevent injury
Allow safe practice
Help maintain correct technique
Disads-
Dependence of equipment
Expensive
May not fully replicate movement
