Skill Acquisition and Learning in CoachingLaajuus (5 cr)

Learning objectives

After having completed this course of attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
- Demonstrates knowledge and comprehension of key terms and concepts in skill acquisition and a range of motor learning theories (i.e. constraints-led approach, periodization of skill training, nonlinear pedagogy, stages of skill mastery, etc.).
- Integrates relevant and explicit evidence of critical thinking into short/long-term training program design.
- Demonstrates an ability to use examples of skill acquisition research and motor learning concepts to formulate an argument in response to a specific coaching context.

Assessment criteria - grade 1

The student is able to:
Describe the fundamentals of skill acquisition and motor learning concepts and transfer the theoretical concepts in practice.

Assessment criteria - grade 3

The student is able to:
Classify and compare the theoretical concepts of skill acquisition and motor learning in practice and training session design. Relate the new knowledge to previous understanding.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

The student is able to:
Critically reflect on skill acquisition and motor learning concepts. Apply the theoretical concepts in practice and progressively enhance training session design. Relate the new knowledge to previous understanding and reconstruct future actions based on the new knowledge.