Motor Learning and Control: Concepts and Applications

Book info: Motor Learning and Control: Concepts and Applications (Hardcover, 480 pages) – McGraw-Hill Education, 2010. Language: English.

The text provides an introductory study of motor learning and control for students who aspire to become practitioners in exercise science, physical education, and other movement-oriented professions. Magill opens with an introduction to motor skills and control, continues through attention, memory, and learning, and ends with a discussion of instruction, feedback, and practice methods. The text's strong research base, clear presentation and practical applications will help students build a solid foundation in motor skills and prepare them for further exploration on their own.