- Motor Learning and Control

Catalog description

The purpose of this course is to provide the students with a thorough understanding of the acquisition, control, and regulation of human movement. Students will become familiar with the learning conditions that facilitate and inhibit motor skill attainment and performance. Topics include theories of behavioral and neurological control of movement, movement preparation, the role of vision and attention on motor performance, error detection and corrections, developing appropriate practice schedules, and the stages of motor learning. This course will utilize a lecture/discussion format with hands-on activities built in to facilitate learning.