Presentation of skills
What is the part method of presenting a skill?
Breaking the skill into smaller subroutines practised in isolation.
Define fixed practice.
Repetition of a skill in the same way to develop muscle memory.
Name the two leadership styles identified by Fiedler.
Task-oriented and person-oriented.
Name the three main learning styles.
Visual, Auditory, Kinaesthetic.
What is visual guidance?
Using demonstrations or videos to show correct technique.
Which method is best for fast, simple skills?
Whole method
Which type of practice is best for open skills?
Variable practise
Which style suits very positive or very negative situations?
task-orientated
Which style prefers diagrams and colour-coded notes?
visual learners
Which type of guidance involves spoken instructions?
Verbal guidance.
What is progressive part method also known as?
Chaining method
What is massed practice?
Continuous practice with no breaks, suitable for simple skills.
What does Mosston’s spectrum of teaching styles show?
A range from teacher-led to learner-led approaches.
How do auditory learners retain information best?
Through discussion, listening, and verbal repetition.
Give an example of mechanical guidance.
Using a harness in gymnastics for safety and confidence.
Give an example of whole-part-whole method in swimming.
Practising full stroke, isolating kick with a float, then reintegrating.
Why is distributed practice useful for beginners?
It allows rest and mental rehearsal, reducing fatigue and frustration.
Give an example of reciprocal style in sport.
Learners work in pairs, one performs while the other gives feedback using a checklist.
Give two strategies to support kinaesthetic learners.
Use practical activities and allow movement during learning.
What is a key advantage of manual guidance?
Helps performers feel the correct movement and builds confidence.
Why might part practice reduce kinaesthetic awareness?
Because practising parts in isolation can affect the “feel” of the full movement.
How does variable practice help build schema?
By exposing performers to different situations, improving adaptability.
Explain the difference between guided discovery and problem-solving styles.
Guided discovery uses teacher questions to lead learners; problem-solving encourages independent exploration of multiple solutions.
Why should coaches integrate all learning styles into practice?
To meet diverse learner needs and improve overall engagement and retention.
State one disadvantage of mechanical guidance.
It can create unrealistic kinaesthetic feedback and over-reliance on equipment.