Physical Education A-Level
Whole–part–whole
What Whole–part–whole means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Whole–part–whole
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Reference: AQA
A structuring method in which the learner first attempts the complete skill, then isolates a problematic part for focused rehearsal, and finally reintegrates that part into the whole skill.
Topics that use Whole–part–whole
Related terms
- Chaining
- Distributed practice
- Imagery and visualisation
- Massed practice
- Matching practice to skill demands
- Mental practice
- Open skills
- Organisation of skill
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