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Semester 1
Sport Science 1A (SPRT08002)
Subject Area
Sport
Credits
20
Course level
SCQF Level 8 (Year 1 Undergraduate)
Course description
This course will provide an overview of key theories and principles within the fields of exercise physiology and skill acquisition. The course will incorporate an overview ofthe main physiological systems responsible for efficient and effective human movement in the spectrum of physical activity. This will be complemented by an overview of factors affecting motor skill performance and motor skill learning. Consideration will be given to two theoretical perspectives and their implications for the use of various teaching techniques.
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Course delivered by
College of Humanities and Social Science
Moray House School of Education
This article was published on Feb 24, 2012