Analytical and Synthetic Motor Learning Methods
Analytical Method
The analytical method involves teaching individual parts of a movement. Once mastery of these parts is achieved, they are joined together to form the complete movement. This approach is advisable for children aged 7 to 11, as they possess high motivation and are developmentally prepared for analysis.
Characteristics of Analytical Learning
This method is often characterized as automated, rigid, and stereotyped. Advantages include rapid technical improvement and physical conditioning. Disadvantages include a potential lack of motivation, slow progression, and limited development of movement coordination.
Strategies in Practice
- Pure Global Strategy: Realization of the motor task in its entirety.
- Polarizing Global Attention: The task