Motor control and learning : a behavioral emphasis

Author(s)

• Schmidt, Richard A.
• Lee, Timothy D.

Bibliographic Information

Motor control and learning : a behavioral emphasis

Richard A. Schmidt, Timothy D. Lee

Human Kinetics, c2011

5th ed

Note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 503-564) and indexes

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This book is significantly updated with current research, new learning features and more references. This outstanding introduction to the field focuses on motor behaviour that can be observed directly as well as the many factors that affect the quality of these performances and the ease with which they can be learned. This long-awaited new edition frames the important issues, theories, people and research from the field in a reader-friendly way, giving students a clear introduction to the most current information available. Schmidt and Lee, respected researchers and authors have refreshed this classic and comprehensive text.

Table of Contents

• Chapter 1. Evolution of a Field of Study
• Chapter 2. Methodology for Studying
• Chapter 3. Human Information Processing
• Chapter 4. Attention and Performance
• Chapter 5. Sensory Contributions to Motor Control
• Chapter 6. Central Contributions to Motor Control
• Chapter 7. Principles of Speed and Accuracy
• Chapter 8. Coordination
• Chapter 9. Individual Differences and Capabilities
• Chapter 10. Motor Learning Concepts and Research Methods.

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Details

• NCID: BB05927527
• ISBN:
  • 9780736079617
• LCCN: 2010044051
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: Champaign, Ill.
• Pages/Volumes: ix, 581 p.
• Size: 29 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : BF295
  • NLM : WE 103
  • DC22 : 152.3
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Movement, Psychology of
  • LCSH : Motor learning
  • MESH : Motor Activity
  • MESH : Motor Skills
  • MESH : Learning