LEARNING LEARNING OUTCOMES Identify the difference between learning

LEARNING Ø LEARNING OUTCOMES: Identify the difference between learning and performance • Outline the stages and characteristics of each phase of learning •

LEARNING Ø Task: Identify the difference between learning and performance - definition - key words

LEARNING Ø Learning – is a set of processes associated with practice or experience, leading to relatively permanent changes in the capability for skilled performance. (Schmidt) Key words: linked to practice relatively permanent not a one off occurrence

PERFORMANCE Ø Performance – may be thought of as a temporary occurrence…fluctuating from time to time because of many operating variables. Key words: temporary not necessarily repeated.

LEARNING Ø Task: How many tennis balls can you juggle?

Stages of Learning Ø Task: There are three stages of learning, - name these - explain the characteristics of these stages - the type of feedback primarily used - how to progress to the next level

COGNITIVE PHASE Ø Initial stage of learning Ø Observing demonstrations Ø Trial and error method used Ø Improvement is rapid Ø External feedback Ø Creating mental picture Ø Demands high attention

ASSOCIATIVE PHASE Ø Practice stage of learning Ø Developing and refining movements Ø Consistency and coordination improve Ø Initial feedback is External Ø Develops kinaesthetic awareness Ø Identify own errors Ø Improvement is less rapid

AUTONOMOUS PHASE Ø Highly proficient at executing the skill Ø Almost automatic Ø Attention demands reduced Ø Focus on tactics/strategies Ø Performer detects and corrects errors

Measuring changes in learning Ø Each individual progresses at different rates, graphs can be used to interpret such changes. LEARNING CURVES Ø these reflect the relationships which exist between trials of a skill and the success or performance rate Ø learning curves show performances but can give a good indication of learning

LINEAR CURVE Ø linear Ø performance is directly proportional to the number of practice trials

LEARNING CURVES Ø TASK: Sketch and explain graphs to show: - positive acceleration - negative acceleration - an S shaped curve

POSITIVE ACCELERATION positive acceleration poor early performances but improves later

NEGATIVE ACCELERATION negative good early performances but poorer performances in later trials

S SHAPED S shaped is a typical curve of learning of a gross motor skill learning is slow to start with as he / she gets to grips with the skill then the learner begins to be motivated by success and to practise more hence a rapid improvement finally improvement slows down as difficulties are encountered requiring more cognitive effort

Avoiding a plateau You are the coach of a novice football team which is failing to make progress. Ø Outline three possible causes for this lack of development. Ø Suggest three strategies to overcome this plateau. Ø

LEARNING Ø LEARNING OUTCOMES Ø Explain and interpret a learning plateau Ø Outline and apply theories of learning

Plateau plateau not much change if at all in performances over a number of trials

Causes of plateaus Ø PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS: Anxiety, lack of motivation, boredom Ø PHYSICAL FITNESS DEFICIENCIES: Fatigue, inappropriate training, injury, overtraining Ø TECHNIQUE: Poor coaching and guidance, task too complex

To avoid a plateau : Ø Set new goals that can be reached Ø give praise and rewards Ø ensure that there are regular rest intervals Ø maintain motivation and employ positive cognitive techniques Ø vary and re-establish physical fitness Ø provide appropriate feedback

Theories of learning Ø Three theories that need to be covered: Ø CONDITIONING THEORY Ø COGNITIVE THEORY Ø OBSERVATIONAL LEARNING

CONDITIONING THEORIES Ø Also known as ‘CONNECTIONIST’ or ‘ASSOCIATIONIST’ theories. Ø state that learning occurs as a result of the association or connection between a stimulus and a response Ø this stimulus - response connection is called the S-R bond

CONDITIONING THEORIES Ø the connection between stimulus and response is due to conditioning Ø conditioning is a form of training which makes a certain behaviour into a habit Ø learning involves a change of behaviour

CLASSICAL CONDITIONING Ø concerned with modifying the stimulus Ø the work of Pavlov unconditioned stimulus + conditioned stimulus = conditioned response Ø the performer does not make a decision about the stimulus Ø all responses are automatic Ø the S-R bond is strengthened by reinforcement

OPERANT CONDITIONING Ø concerned with modifying behaviour / response Ø work of Skinner Ø this is based on trial and error, with correct response reinforced Ø to be effective, a reward will closely follow a correct response Ø a coach will be concerned to strengthen a correct S-R bond, and weaken an incorrect S-R bond

CONDITIONING THEORIES TASK Ø In order for the S-R bond to be strengthened reinforcement must take place. Explain the three types of reinforcement and give practical examples for each. Positive reinforcement Negative reinforcement Punishment

REINFORCEMENT POSITIVE Ø usually occurs after a successful performance and consists of reward / praise NEGATIVE Ø withdrawing or not giving praise / reward after an unsuccessful performance Ø or removing an unpleasant experience to encourage successful performance PUNISHMENT Ø breaking the incorrect bond Ø giving an unpleasant experience (abuse / fines / reprimands / exclusion / physical punishment) when the performer performs badly

THORNDIKE’S LAWS OF LEARNING LAW OF EXERCISE Ø example : the more a discus thrower practises throwing the more likely it is that the throwing technique will be repeated in the competitive situation Ø repetition strengthens the S-R bond Ø so practice is very important

THORNDIKE’S LAWS OF LEARNING LAW OF EFFECT Ø example : if the thrower feels that the movement is correct then he or she is more likely to repeat the movement Ø reinforcement strengthens the S-R bond

THORNDIKE’S LAWS OF LEARNING LAW OF READINESS Ø example : the more a thrower is physically and mentally prepared to perform a throw then it is more likely to be performed well

COGNITIVE THEORIES Ø Performer learns by thinking about the ‘whole picture’ ‘INSIGHT LEARNING’ Ø know when, where and why to use a skill, not just how Ø must be able to draw on previous experiences and knowledge Ø recognise important cues (within a game situation)

OBSERVATIONAL LEARNING Ø Watching others and copying their actions (VICARIOUS EXPERIENCE) Ø Bandura Ø the performer is more likely to copy 'significant others’ Ø those who are seen as high status role models

OBSERVATIONAL LEARNING TASK: There are 4 key elements to allow this process to occur. Ø What are they and explain using practical examples

OBSERVATIONAL LEARNING ATTENTION learner takes note of the demonstration RETENTION learner remembers the demonstration MOTOR learner attempts to copy REPRODUCTION the movement MOTIVATION motivated to do so

LEARNING THEORIES TASK: Using trampolining give practical examples of each of the learning theories: CLASSICAL OPERANT COGNITIVE OBSERVATI ONAL

CLASSICAL calling out next move OPERANT positive – kinaesthetic/feedback - gradual negative – not saying anything - punishment – shout if they get it wrong COGNITIVE Give skills required –student puts routine together – question afterwards OBSERVATIONAL Watching another performer

LEARNING THEORIES TASK: Using ANY SPORT TO give ANOTHER practical examples of each of the learning theories: CLASSICAL OPERANT COGNITIVE OBSERVATI ONAL

CLASSICAL OPERANT COGNITIVE SPRINT START Gun – in lesson’s use gun, rather than saying ‘go’ SLIP CATCH (OPERANT) Reinforcement BADMINTON SERVE Problem solving – dependent on opposition Put tall opposition against them OBSERVATIONAL HOCKEY PASS Demonstration – relevant to the game