Module Title |
Motor Control & Learning
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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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Module Co-ordinator | Dr Johann Issartel | Office Number | A245B |
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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- The purpose of this module is to provide the student with the knowledge, skills and understanding essential for the effective analysis of human movement.
- The focus will be theoretical and practical and expertise being developed in the analysis of human motor activities.
- This module will underpin the practical work involved in the course.
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Learning Outcomes
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On completion of the module students will demonstrate an understanding:
- of motor behaviour.
- of the gross/fine structure of the human body and human movement.
- of the terminology that describes its motion.
- of more recent learning theories.
On completion of the module students will be able to:
- Demonstrate skills and strategies to observe human movement.
- Observe and analyse human motor learning.
- Identify and correct errors in fundamental motor skill performance.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
24
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Tutorials |
0
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Laboratories |
12
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
39
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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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- Application of the human movement science for analysing human motor performance in contexts relevant to physical educators, coaches or therapists.
- Critical point of view of human motor performances.
- Kinesthetic understanding of human movement.
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Assessment | Continuous Assessment | 60% | Examination Weight | 40% |
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Indicative Reading List
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- Knudson, D.V. and Morrison, C.S. (1997) Qualitative Analysis of Human Movement. Human Kinetics.
- Schmidt, R.A., Wrisberg, C.A. (2008). Motor Learning and Performance. Human Kinetics.
- Schmidt, R.A., lee, T.D.. (2005). Motor Control and Learning. Human Kinetics.
- Davids, K., Button, C., Bennett, S. (2008). Dynamics of Skill Acquisition. Human Kinetics.
- Kelso, J.A.S. (1995) Dynamic Patterns. MIT Press
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Recommended Journal for Further Background Reading:
- QUEST
- European Journal of Physical Education
- Journal of Sports Sciences
- Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise
- Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport
Sports Medicine.
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Programme or List of Programmes
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ATT | BSc Athletic Therapy and Training |
BSSA | Study Abroad (DCU Business School) |
BSSAO | Study Abroad (DCU Business School) |
ECSA | Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing) |
ECSAO | Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing) |
HMSA | Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science) |
HMSAO | Study Abroad (Humanities & Soc Science) |
PEB | B.Sc Physical Education and Biology |
SHSA | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
SHSAO | Study Abroad (Science & Health) |
SSH | BSc Sport Science and Health |
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