Motor Learning and Control Concepts and Applications

by Richard A. Magill

The text provides an introductory study of motor learning and control for students who aspire to become practitioners in exercise science, physical education, and other movement-oriented professions. Magill opens with an introduction to motor skills and control, continues through attention, memory, and learning, and ends with a discussion of instruction, feedback, and practice methods. The text's strong research base, clear presentation and practical applications will help students build a solid foundation in motor skills and prepare them for further exploration on their own.

448 pages, Paperback

First published July 31, 2003

Reviews

[Jaime T]

KPE261: Theory of Motor Skill Acquisition - Motor Learning

A great textbook that teaches a lot of important concepts on Motor Learning.

Learned about the classification of motor skills, measurement of motor performance, neuromotor basis of motor control, motor control theories, sensor components of motor control, motor learning, transfer and specificity of learning, augmented feedback, practice variability and specificity, practice amount and distribution, whole and part practice, and mental practice.