MOTOR LEARNING AND CONTROL FOR PRACTITIONERS

With an array of critical and engaging pedagogical features the fifth edition of Motor Learning and Control for Practitioners offers the best practical introduction to motor learning available. This reader-friendly text approaches motor learning in accessible and simple terms and lays a theoretical foundation for assessing performance; providing effective instruction; and designing practice rehabilitation and training experiences that promote skill acquisition. Features such as Exploration Activities and Cerebral Challenges involve students at every stage while a broad range of examples helps readers put theory into practice. The book also provides access to a fully updated companion website which includes laboratory exercises an instructors’ manual a test bank and lecture slides. As a complete resource for teaching an evidence-based approach to practical motor learning this is an essential text for undergrad and post-grad students researchers and practitioners alike who plan to work in the areas of motor learning motor control physical education kinesiology exercise science coaching physical therapy or dance.