Acquiring Skill in Sport: An Introduction

Acquiring Skill in Sportguides you through the science that underlies these skills, using practical examples to explain the concepts discussed. It covers: The characteristics and classification of skills and abilities in sport Theories of skill learning and motor control Individual differences and phases of skill learning Approaches to effective guidance and teaching of sport skills Clearly written and illustrated throughout, with questions to test knowledge and understanding, this is an ideal introductory text for students of physical education, sport, human movement science and kinesiology, as well as coaches seeking to develop their understanding of sports skills.