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1
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Skill

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A learned cation with the intention of bringing about a pre-determined result.

2
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Ability

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An inherited stable trait that determines an individuals potential to acquire more skills.

3
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Basic skill

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Requires few decisions and little concentration, can be learnt fairly quickly as a beginner.

4
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Example of a basic skill

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Walking, jogging, throwing/catching

5
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Complex skill

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Requires much decision making, can be taught after mastery of basic skills. Takes considerable time to master correctly.

6
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Example of complex skill

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High jump

7
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Open skill

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A skill performed to deal with a changing/ unstable environment.

8
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Example of open skill

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Football pass

9
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Closed skill

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A skill unaffected by external factors

10
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Example of closed skill

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Darts

11
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Self paced skill

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The skill is started when a performer decides. Speed, rate and pace are controlled throughout.

12
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Example of a self-paced skill

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High jump, long jump

13
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Externally paced skill

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The skill is started due to external factors and is controlled by these throughout.

14
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Example of externally-paced skill

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Football passing

15
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Gross skill

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Skill that uses large muscle groups to perform big, strong, powerful movements.

16
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Example of gross skill

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Rugby tackle

17
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Fine skill

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A skill involving small, precise movements, showing high levels of accuracy and coordination. Involves use of small groups of muscles.

18
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Example of a fine skill

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Archery, darts