Distributed practice
What Distributed practice means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Reference: AQA
A practice structure in which rest intervals are longer and more frequent, so that work periods are separated by recovery.
Practice that includes regular rest intervals, which is ideal for beginners, fatiguing tasks or complex skills.
A practice structure contrasted with massed practice, where rest periods are longer and more frequent.
Topics that use Distributed practice
Related terms
- Chaining
- Imagery and visualisation
- Massed practice
- Matching practice to skill demands
- Mental practice
- Open skills
- Organisation of skill
- Part versus whole practice
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