Skill Aquisition

Click on the link above to see discussion on who the best player is.

Find a clip of a skilled performer in your sport:

¥ Give reasons and examples why this clip shows a skilled performer.

¥ Is this an example of subjective or objective judging? Consider factors such as kinaesthetic awareness, timing, mental preparation, focus, physical preparedness and use of feedback in your answer.

¥ Is this a valid and reliable assessment of skill?

¥ What outcomes could the player expect to achieve from winning the player of the year? Think of both intrinsic and extrinsic affects.

In the 2010 Winter Olympics Controversy surrounded the winner of the Men's Moguls (Where St Paul's Sam Hall competed for Australia!!). View the Gold and Silver medal runs and red the articles. Who should have won and Why? Answer the questions at the end of the article.