Stages of Motor Development

Question 1

Fundamental movement skill

Answer 1

• organised series of events that is involved in a combo of move patterns of 2 or more body segments. There are 3 categories: stability, locomotor or manipulative

Question 2

Motor development

Answer 2

• progressive change in one’s movement behaviour brought about by interaction of the individual with the environment and the task

Question 3

Specialised movement skill

Answer 3

• fundamental movement skill or combo of movement skills that have been applied to the performance of a specific sport-related activity (dance)

Question 4

Initial stage of phases of motor development

Answer 4

2-3 years

• children make observable and purposeful attempts at performing a task
• movements are characterised by relatively uncoordinated movements
• major components of movement are missing, and are not rhythmical, they are gross, exaggerated or inhibited

Question 5

Elementary stage of phases of motor development

Answer 5

4-5 years
- greater control and co-ordination
the rhythm of their movements improve
- movements are still fairly awkward and lacking fluidity

Question 6

Mature age of phases of motor development

Answer 6

6-7 years

• integration of all component parts of movement into a well co-ordinated, mechanically correct and efficient act
• failure to develop mature patterns of fundamental movements will limit children in acquiring specialised skills later

Question 7

Transition stage

Answer 7

7-10 years

• possess a high degree of interest but little ability
• students need to be given the opportunity to refine specific fundamental movements and to use them in a variety or drills or exercises
• needs lots of opportunity for practice and modification

Question 8

Application stage

Answer 8

11-13 years

• developed sufficient skills and knowledge of movement and can apply these to more complex arrangements
• preference for a type of activity is based on previously successful experiences, body type and emotional social and cultural factors
• narrowing of interests at this stage is accompanied by an increased desire for competence
• Form, precision, accuracy and standard of good performance are important at this stage

Question 9

Lifelong Utilisation stage

Answer 9

14+ years

• The final stage within specialised movement phase
• based on previous experience and fundamental skill stages
• in a period where individuals select activities they particularly enjoy.