Types of feedback

Name the type of feedback that comes from within a performer.

A coach tells a rugby player they had great speed going into a tackle.

Identify this type of feedback.

A basketball coach praises a player when they score points for their team.

What type of feedback is this?

Put a tick (✓) in the box next to the correct answer.

A sports coach will use different types of guidance and feedback to help development.

Identify two advantages of using mechanical guidance when improving motor skills.

Give two practical examples of manual guidance.

Identify two disadvantages of using manual guidance.

Define what is meant by extrinsic and intrinsic feedback.

Give a practical example of each.

Definition of extrinsic feedback

Practical example of extrinsic feedback

Definition of intrinsic feedback

Practical example of intrinsic feedback

One example of positive feedback is a coach telling a javelin thrower their technique was correct.

Draw a line from each of the other types of feedback to the most suitable practical example.

Good sports coaches know when and how to use different types of guidance to improve motor skills.

Give one example of a type of mechanical guidance used to improve motor skills in sport.

Describe two advantages of using manual guidance when improving motor skills in sport.

Describe one disadvantage of using visual guidance when improving motor skills in sport.

Describe the following and give a practical example of each:

Knowledge of performance........

Practical example........

Knowledge of results........

Practical example........

Goal setting is used to motivate performers when learning a new skill.

Other than motivation, give two reasons why goal setting is important.

Give one practical example of negative feedback.

Compare knowledge of performance and knowledge of results as types of feedback.