Physical Education A-Level
Discrete–serial–continuous continuum
What Discrete–serial–continuous continuum means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Discrete–serial–continuous continuum
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Classifies skills by how clearly the movement has a beginning and end, helping performers and coaches decide how to break down, practise and assess movement.
Topics that use Discrete–serial–continuous continuum
- Skill, skill continuums and transfer of skills (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Bilateral transfer
- Classification of skills
- Continuum placement and justification
- Goal-directed behaviour
- High and low organisation
- Muscle-group size
- Negative transfer
- Open skill
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