Learning Outcomes
The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the concepts and theories of learning, development and control of mainly motor but also perceptual and cognitive skills
Learning objectives of the course:
After completing the course, students will be able to:
-They know the concepts of motor performance, learning and movement control.
-Analyze the principles of skilled movement
-Understand the principles of learning skills
-Be able to synthesize the information they receive from theoretical approaches and research conclusions
-Be able to apply the theories acquired in practice by designing suitable practice programs
-Evaluate the result of practice methods
Course Content (Syllabus)
1. Introduction to motor behavior
2. Indicators and learning curves. Stages, transfer and assessment of learning
3. Memory and learning
4. Information processing process - Contribution of abilities to learning
5. Preparation and support of the learning experience Organization of the practice
6. Feedback guidance
7. Genetic-environmental effects on the learning of skills
8. Kinetic asymmetry and athletic performance
9. Theories of control and learning of motor skills
10. Motion control mechanisms: From closed to open circuit. Degrees of freedom. Open and closed sports skills.
11. Balance control while performing and learning sports skills
12. Planning and learning skills performed by the upper limbs (handling, aiming, throwing, bilateral movements)
13. Athletic movement skills (walking, running) - Rhythmic athletic skills.
Course Bibliography (Eudoxus)
1. Τζέτζης, Γ. & Λόλα, Α. (2015). Κινητική μάθηση και ανάπτυξη. Εκδόσεις Κάλλιπος.
2. Schmidt, R.A., & Lee, T.D. (1999). Motor control and learning: a behavioral emphasis. Champaign IL: Human Kinetics.
3. Pamela Haibach, Greg Reid, Douglas Collier, (2011). Motor Learning and Development Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
4. Magill, R A. (1998). Motor Learning Concepts and Applications (5th ed). Boston: McGraw-Hill.
5. Schmidt, R.A., Wrisberg, C.A, & Wrisberg, C.N (2000). Motor Learning and Performance. Champaign IL: Human Kinetics
6. Christina R.W. & Corcos, M.D. (1993). Προπονητής & Μάθηση – Απόδοση. Θεσσαλονίκη: Σάλτο.
7. Rose, D.J. (1998) Κινητική Μάθηση και Κινητικός Έλεγχος. University Studio Press: Θεσ/νίκη.