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WJEC A-Level Physical Education 601-8485-1
Performance Analysis and Fitness Testing
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Skill, Ability and Skill Classification
Gross motor and psychomotor abilities
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- AS Unit 1
Overview
Gross motor and psychomotor abilities with sporting examples, why abilities are specific, how abilities underpin skills, talent identification, fast and slow learners, and the claim that success depends mainly on ability.
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Key term
What are gross motor abilities?
Key term
What are psychomotor abilities?
Questions from this subtopic
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What are gross motor abilities?
Model answer
Gross motor abilities involve movement and physical proficiency. Strength, flexibility, stamina and speed are examples.
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What are psychomotor abilities?
Model answer
Psychomotor abilities involve processing information to make and carry out decisions. Reaction time, coordination and manual dexterity are examples.
- 3
Give an example of a gross motor ability used in sport.
Model answer
Explosive strength is used by a sprinter driving out of the blocks. Stamina is used by a marathon runner.
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Give an example of a psychomotor ability used in sport.
Model answer
Reaction time is used by a goalkeeper saving a shot. Hand–eye coordination is used by a batter hitting a ball.
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Why are abilities described as specific?
Model answer
Each skill depends on its own set of abilities. Strength in one ability does not guarantee strength in another.
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How are abilities linked to skills?
Model answer
A skill is built on a combination of abilities. A tennis serve needs coordination, strength and flexibility.
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