Frequency and precision of feedback and the adaptive process of learning a dual motor task
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https://doi.org/10.1590/S1807-55092012000300011Keywords:
Knowledge of results, Feedback, Motor learning, Motor skill, Adaptation, Dual motor taskAbstract
This work investigated the effects of frequency and precision of feedback on the learning of a dual-motor task. One hundred and twenty adults were randomly assigned to six groups of different knowledge of results (KR), frequency (100%, 66% or 33%) and precision (specific or general) levels. In the stabilization phase, participants performed the dual task (combination of linear positioning and manual force control) with the provision of KR. Ten non-KR adaptation trials were performed for the same task, but with the introduction of an electromagnetic opposite traction force. The analysis showed a significant main effect for frequency of KR. The participants who received KR in 66% of the stabilization trials showed superior adaptation performance than those who received 100% or 33%. This finding reinforces that there is an optimal level of information, neither too high nor too low, for motor learning to be effective.Downloads
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2012-09-01
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Pedagógica e Comportamental
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Meira Junior, C. M., Maia, J. A. R., & Tani, G. (2012). Frequency and precision of feedback and the adaptive process of learning a dual motor task. Brazilian Journal of Physical Education and Sport, 26(3), 455-462. https://doi.org/10.1590/S1807-55092012000300011