Guidance and Feedback Flashcards

1️⃣ Familiarise yourself with the flashcards:

Look through all the flashcards to see what's on both sides.
Make sure you understand the information on each card. If something's unclear, click the link to the revision notes at the bottom of the page for more details.

2️⃣ Test yourself:

Look at the question or prompt on each card and try to remember the answer before flipping it over.
Check the answer and make a note of any cards you find challenging and need to go over more.

3️⃣ Consistently Review and Practice:

Use spaced repetition: spend more time on the cards you struggle with and go over them more often.
Regularly review all the flashcards to help you better understand and retain the information over time.

Note: We may include questions that have multiple correct answers. It's useful to remember specific examples to understand these concepts better.

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What is visual guidance in sport, and who is it best for?

You learn by seeing the skill, for example a demo or video. It is best for beginners to get a clear picture.

A coach gives spoken instructions or cues. It suits experienced performers, but keep it short for beginners.

The coach holds or moves the performer through the skill. It is best for beginners and when safety is needed.

Equipment helps support the skill, like a float or harness. It is best for beginners and for safety.

Feedback that comes from within, about how the movement felt. It is used most by experienced performers.

Feedback from outside the performer, like a coach, video, or score. It is vital for beginners.

Information about the outcome, such as time, distance, or if the shot went in. It is useful early in learning.

Information about the technique, such as body position or timing. It helps improve the way the skill is done.

It tells you what went well and gives praise. It builds confidence and reinforces good habits.

It points out what was wrong and how to fix it. It helps correct errors and fine-tunes skill.

Advantage: clear model to copy. Disadvantage: if the demo is poor, learners copy mistakes.

Advantage: makes practice safer and builds confidence. Disadvantage: learners may depend on the aid.