Types and uses of feedback

Overview

Intrinsic and extrinsic feedback, knowledge of results and knowledge of performance, feedback that motivates, reinforces and informs, feedback for beginners and experts, effective feedback and too much feedback.

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1. 1

   What is intrinsic feedback?

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   Intrinsic feedback comes from within the performer through the feel of the movement. Proprioceptors provide it.

2. 2

   What is extrinsic feedback?

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   Extrinsic feedback comes from outside the performer, such as a coach, teammate or video. Extrinsic feedback helps beginners most.

3. 3

   What is knowledge of results?

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   Knowledge of results is feedback about the outcome of a movement. A score or time is an example.

4. 4

   What is knowledge of performance?

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   Knowledge of performance is feedback about the quality of the technique. A coach commenting on a sprinter's arm action is an example.

5. 5

   How can feedback motivate a performer?

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   Praise and evidence of progress encourage the performer to keep trying. Motivation rises when improvement is recognised.

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   How can feedback reinforce learning?

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   Feedback confirms which actions are correct. Correct actions are then more likely to be repeated.

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