Teaching Fundamental Movement Skills

Module 2

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Focus of this Module

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•Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS)

•Developmentally Appropriate Skills

•Teaching the Dimensions

•Teaching Games for Understanding (TGfU)

Learning Objectives

• Phases of skill development

• Teaching a skill

• Observing and analyzing a skill

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Important Tips on Balance

• The centre of gravity (C of G) is the point where all the weight acts

• Increase balance by: Lowering the C of G Increase the width of the B of S Stiffen the body

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The Phases of Movement

• Movement through a fundamental skill can be broken down into four key phases:

a) Preparationb) Force Productionc) Critical Instantd) Recovery/Follow through

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Teaching FMS for Success

• Teach the entire skill (i.e., preparation, execution, follow-through).

• Always assess and provide feedback: Step 1: Observe the complete skill Step 2: Analyze each phase and its key

elements; select errors to be corrected Step 3: Provide Feedback

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Analyzing

• The analysis of every skill is different

• Familiarize yourself with the mechanics of the skill being taught

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Example: Throwing

• Preparation

• Force Production

• Critical Instant

• Recovery/Follow Through

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Analyzing Throwing

• Are all parts of the body being used to generate force?

• Are all body parts moving through their full range of motion?

• Is the thrower stepping forward with the right leg?

• Are they leaning forward as they throw?• Is the hand moving back and up, so that it is

behind, and above the head?

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Throwing Activity: An Example

• In partners, practice observing and analyzing a throw

• Use a paper ball

• 3 times each, then switch roles

• Bucket relay activity

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You be the Teacher

• Split into five groups

• Choose a FMS • Prepare and present a mini lesson

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Conclusion

• Keep in mind the phases of skill development when teaching a skill

• Familiarize yourself with the mechanics of skills before teaching

• Always observe, analyze, and provide feedback

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