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The diagram shows two people boxing.

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Compare and contrast the motor skill classifications of a boxer and a road cyclist.
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C. A learned skill that is specific to the task

D. The general trait or capacity of the individual
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Motor skills are classified into various continua. Using examples, outline the motor skills along the interaction continuum.
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The image shows a 100 m freestyle swimming race. What is the classification of motor skills for a competitor in this race?

McSmit. 2006. The switch to mid-race in a 100 m freestyle [online] Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/100_metres_freestyle This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en [Accessed 24 March 2020]. Source adapted.

A. Interactive

B. Discrete

C. Fine

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What type of skill is used to decide and perform a pass in soccer?

A. Cognitive skill

B. Perceptual skill

C. Motor skill

D. Perceptual motor skill
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Which would be classified as a continuous skill?

A. Running outdoors

B. Throwing a ball

C. Performing a gymnastics routine

D. Lifting a weight
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What type of skill is used to decide and perform a pass in football?

A. Cognitive skill

B. Perceptual skill

C. Motor skill

D. Perceptual motor skill
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5.1.1. Define the term skill.

17N.1.SL.tz0.21: Which describes skill in sport? A. Selection of an appropriate technique B. Inherent...
20N.1.HL:.tz0.17: What is skill? A. A general performance-related trait of an individual B. A capacity to be...

5.1.2. Describe the different types of skill.

17M.1.SL.tz0.21: Which type of skill is knowledge of the rules of a sport? A. Cognitive B. Perceptual C....
16M.2.SL.tz0.6a:
Distinguish between cognitive and perceptual motor skills.
18N.1.SL.tz0.21:
What type of skill is used to decide and perform a pass in soccer?

A. Cognitive skill

B. Perceptual skill

C. Motor skill

D. Perceptual motor skill
18N.1.HL:.tz0.17:
What type of skill is used to decide and perform a pass in football?

A. Cognitive skill

B. Perceptual skill

C. Motor skill

D. Perceptual motor skill
19N.1.HL:.tz0.17: An athlete sees a ball and reacts to catch it. Which type of skill is used? A. Cognitive...
21M.2.HL:.tz0.11a.i:
Using examples, outline the following type of skill: perceptual.
21M.2.HL:.tz0.11a.ii:
Using examples, outline the following type of skill: motor.
21M.2.HL:.tz0.11a.iii:
Using examples, outline the following type of skill: perceptual motor.
21M.1.SL.tz0.21: Which is an example of perceptual skill? A. Knowledge of team tactics B. Shooting in...
21N.1.HL:.tz0.17: On a windy day, an archer has two minutes to shoot six arrows at an outdoor target. What type of...

5.1.3. Outline the different approaches to classifying motor skills.

16M.2.SL.tz0.6b.i:
State three different approaches to the classification of motor skills.
16M.2.SL.tz0.6b.ii:
Apply these three approaches to relevant sporting examples.
18N.1.HL:.tz0.18:
Which would be classified as a continuous skill?

A. Running outdoors

B. Throwing a ball

C. Performing a gymnastics routine

D. Lifting a weight
20N.1.SL.tz0.21: What is an example of an open skill? A. A serve in tennis B. A free throw in basketball C. A...
20N.2.HL:.tz0.5b: Using an example from sport, outline a closed skill.
21M.2.SL.tz0.4a:
Using a sporting example, outline a closed skill.
21M.2.SL.tz0.4b:
Discuss a sporting example of an externally-paced skill.
21N.1.SL.tz0.21: The diagram shows a field hockey player. What is the correct classification of motor skills for...
21N.2.SL.tz0.7d:
Motor skills are classified into various continua. Using examples, outline the motor skills along the interaction continuum.
22M.1.SL.tz0.21:
The image shows a 100 m freestyle swimming race. What is the classification of motor skills for a competitor in this race?

McSmit. 2006. The switch to mid-race in a 100 m freestyle [online] Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/100_metres_freestyle This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en [Accessed 24 March 2020]. Source adapted.

A. Interactive

B. Discrete

C. Fine

D. Coactive

5.1.4.. Compare skill profiles for contrasting sports.

17M.2.SL.tz0.2c: Explain the motor skill profile of a swimmer who races in 100m freestyle events.
19M.1.SL.tz0.21: Which motor skill classifications apply when an athlete runs a 100 m race? A. Gross,...
17N.2.SL.tz0.7b: Distinguish between the skill profile of a javelin throw and a forehand shot in table tennis.
19N.1.SL.tz0.21: Which skill profile outlines the motor skills involved in a tennis rally? A. Discrete and...
20N.2.SL.tz0.5:
The diagram shows two people boxing.

[Source: © International Baccalaureate Organization 2020.]

Compare and contrast the motor skill classifications of a boxer and a road cyclist.
20N.2.HL:.tz0.5c:
Compare and contrast the motor skill classifications of a boxer and a road cyclist.

5.1.5. Outline ability.

5.1.6. Distinguish between Fleishman’s physical proficiency abilities (physical factors) and perceptual motor abilities (psychomotor factors).

20N.1.SL.tz0.23: What is an example of a perceptual motor ability? A. Strength B. Reaction time C....
22M.1.HL:.tz0.17: Which is an example of a perceptual motor ability? A. Reacting to the starter pistol. B....

5.1.7. Define the term technique.

16M.1.SL.tz0.21: Which of the following is correct? A. Ability = skill + selection of an appropriate...
17N.1.SL.tz0.22: What is the definition of technique in sport? A. Growth oriented practice B. Ability to mimic...
21N.1.SL.tz0.22: Which phrase describes technique? A. Learned movements that are specific to a certain task B....

5.1.8. State the relationship between ability, skill and technique.

16N.1.SL.tz0.20: Which equation represents the relationship between technique, skill and ability? A. Selection of...
17N.1.SL.tz0.23: What is the relationship between skill, technique and ability? A. Ability = skill ×...
21N.1.SL.tz0.23: What is the relationship between ability, skill and technique? A. Skill = ability +...

5.1.9. Discuss the differences between a skilled and a novice performer.

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Discuss the differences between a skilled and a novice footballer.
19N.2.HL:.tz0.7d.i: Identify two characteristics of a novice figure skater.
21M.2.HL:.tz0.11b:
Discuss specific areas in which a novice golfer may differ from a professional golfer when putting the ball towards the hole.
21N.2.SL.tz0.5d: Using examples, outline the features of a skilled performer.
21N.2.HL:.tz0.11a: Using examples, outline the features of a skilled performer.
22M.1.HL:.tz0.20: Which best describes the characteristics of a novice learner in the cognitive phase of learning a...
22M.2.SL.tz0.5d: Explain why an elite basketballer would be able to process relevant sporting signals more...
22M.2.HL:.tz0.10d: Explain why an elite basketballer would be able to process relevant sporting signals more...