Guidance.

Question 1

Define Guidance.

Answer 1

Type of assistance to enhance learning used by a coach.

Question 2

List the types of Guidance.

Answer 2

Visual, Verbal, Manual and Mechanical.

Question 3

Define Visual Guidance.

Answer 3

Guidance that can be seen.
Linked with observational learning.

Question 4

List the Advantages of Visual Guidance.

Answer 4

• visual, creates mental image.
• builds subroutines.
• good for begginers.
• highlights weaknesses.

Question 5

List the Disadvantages of Visual Guidance.

Answer 5

• will be copied incorrectly if the demonstration is incorrect.
• too much info may confuse performer.

Question 6

Define Verbal Guidance.

Answer 6

An explanation of the task.
Often used with visual guidance.

Question 7

List the Advantages of Verbal Guidance.

Answer 7

• quick to use.
• can change depending on stage of learning.
• allows more technical / tactical.

Question 8

List the Disadvantages of Verbal Guidance.

Answer 8

• if too much info is provided, can cause an overload.
• player can lose concentration.
• used language must be understanbdable.

Question 9

Define Manual Guidance.

Answer 9

Physically moving the performers limbs into place or providing support to reduce danger.

Question 10

List the Advantages of Manual Guidance.

Answer 10

• helps eliminate danger.
• helps build confidence.
• reduces fear / anxiety with dangerous tasks.
• helpful for teaching complex skills.

Question 11

List the Disadvantages of Manual Guidance.

Answer 11

• if overused, can have detrimental effect on performance.
• performer may become reliant.
• bad habits may occur.

Question 12

Define Mechanical Guidance.

Answer 12

A device [artiiical aid] to help coaches and performers with physical support.

Question 13

List the Advantages of Mechanical Guidance.

Answer 13

• useful for teaching begnners.
• helpful for teaching complex skills.
• safety.
• builds confidence.

Question 14

List the Disadvantages of Mechanical Guidance.

Answer 14

• performer may become reliant.