IB SEHS Topic 5 - Skill in Sports

Front

What type of transfer occurs when a gymnast learns that forming a tuck in a somersault will reduce the moment of inertia and allow them to spin faster?

Back

Principles to skills

Front

What is the relationship between ability, skill and technique?

Back

Skill = ability + technique

Front

Which motor skill classifications apply when an athlete runs a 100 m race?

Back

Gross, coactive, externally paced

Front

How is 'response time' defined in the context of a race?

Back

The amount of time between the stimulus (starting whistle) and the completion of movement (end of the race)

Front

What does Hick's Law state about reaction time and possible outcomes?

Back

As the number of possible outcomes increases, reaction time increases.

Front

Define 'moment of inertia' in the context of sports performance.

Back

Moment of inertia is a measure of an object's resistance to changes in its rotation, influenced by mass distribution.

Front

What is the difference between 'gross motor skills' and 'fine motor skills'?

Back

Gross motor skills involve large muscle movements (e.g., running), while fine motor skills involve smaller, precise movements (e.g., writing).

Front

Explain the term 'coactive skill' with an example.

Back

Coactive skills are performed in the presence of others but do not require direct interaction, e.g., running in a race.

Front

What is the significance of 'reaction time' in sports?

Back

Reaction time is crucial for athletes to respond quickly to stimuli, impacting performance outcomes.

Front

Describe the concept of 'externally paced skills'.

Back

Externally paced skills are those where the timing is determined by external factors, such as the environment or opponents.