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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2005 - 2006
Module Title |
Motor Skills
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Module Code |
SS107
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School |
School of Health & Human Performance
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Online Module Resources
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Level |
1
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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To provide students with a fundamental understanding of motor learning, control and development. Students will become familiar with relevant theoretical frameworks and gain practical experience through lab exercises.
To promote independent study and written presentation skills.
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Learning Outcomes
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After successful completion of this module students will be able to:
1. Understand the relevance of motor control theory for the practitioner.
2. Be able to describe several different methods to assess motor skill learning.
3. Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of motor development and factors affecting motor development.
4. Based on the cognitive, affective and motor developmental stage of the individual discuss implications for motor learning and movement programs.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
0
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Tutorials |
0
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Laboratories |
0
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
75
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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- Stages of learning
- Proprioception and vision
- Motor control
- Motor development
- Programming
- Deliberate practice
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Assessment | Continuous Assessment | 60% | Examination Weight | 40% |
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Indicative Reading List
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Magill, R.A. (2004). Motor Learning and Control Concepts and Applications (7th edition). NewYork, NewYork: McGraw-Hill
Gallahue, D.L. & Ozmun, J.C. (2000). Understanding Motor Development Infants, Children, Adolescents, Adults (5th edition). New York, New York: McGraw-Hill.
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