SKILL LEARNING
EDU3SKL
2019
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject students develop a theoretical understanding of human motor and learning performance. Through a series of lectures and laboratory classes the processes involved in acquiring motor skills are investigated together with the factors influencing such learning. This knowledge is integrated into a teaching context utilizing badminton as a medium of instruction. Concepts such as error detection and correction, mental practice, instructional feedback and types of practice are investigated.
School: School of Education
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Dona Martin
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 3 - UG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: N/A
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition | Prescribed | Spittle, M.(2013) | PALGRAVE MCMILLAN |
| Readings | Motor Learning and Control | Recommended | Magill, R. (2011) | MCGRAW-HILL |
| Readings | Motor Learning and Performance | Recommended | Schmidt, R. and Wrisberg, C.(2008) | HUMAN KINETICS |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Demonstrate understanding of the processes of motor skill acquisition in children and adults.
- Activities:
- Lectures, practical classes, online learning tasks
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Design and implement physical education lessons that consider the principles associated with effective motor learning instruction.
- Activities:
- Lectures, practical classes, online learning tasks
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
03. Work effectively as a member of a teaching team.
- Activities:
- Lectures, practical classes, online learning tasks
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
Bendigo, 2019, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Enrolment information:
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Dona Martin
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 1.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Plus one hour of online learning per week"
PracticalWeek: 10 - 22
Nine 2.0 hours practical per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Examination (Approx 2000 words) | 55 | 01, 02 | |
| Laboratory reports (approx 1800 words) | 45 | 01, 02, 03 |