{"product_id":"dynamics-of-skill-acquisition-chris-button-9781492563228","title":"Dynamics of Skill Acquisition: An Ecological Dynamics Approach","description":"\u003ci\u003eDynamics of Skill Acquisition, Second Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e provides an analysis of the processes underlying human skill acquisition. As the first text to outline the multidisciplinary ecological dynamics framework for understanding movement behavior, this heavily updated edition stays on the cutting edge, with principles of nonlinear pedagogy and methodologies from the constraints-led approach. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Students and practitioners across a variety of professions--including coaches, physical educators, trainers, and rehabilitation specialists--will appreciate the applied focus of this second edition. Movement models throughout the text provide examples for visualizing task constraints and enhancing the study and understanding of movement behavior. Athletes and sports teams are presented as specific complex adaptive systems, with information on designing learning environments and adapting programs to foster skill development. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Readers will learn the historical evolution of dynamical systems theory and the ecological dynamics framework. These foundational concepts illustrate the integration between intentional action, cognition, and decision making and their effects on performance and behavior. Complex theoretical concepts are explained in simple terms and related to practice, focusing on the implications of the work of pioneering researchers such as Nikolai Bernstein, Egon Brunswik, James Gibson, Scott Kelso, and Karl Newell. Case studies written by practitioners contain specific examples of the ecological dynamics framework in action, bringing theory to life. By learning how to identify and manipulate key constraints that influence learning skilled behavior, readers will gain insight into practice designs for creating positive learning experiences that enable individuals to develop and learn functional movements. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Throughout the book, learning features guide readers through material with clear direction and focus to improve understanding. Spotlight on Research sidebars provide detailed descriptions of important studies to connect theory, research, and application. Lab activities teach application skills beyond the content, ensuring reader understanding. In addition, chapter objectives, self-test questions, and Key Concept sidebars highlight important concepts in each chapter. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With the study of human movement now bridging many disciplines, including motor development, psychology, biology, and physical therapy, \u003ci\u003eDynamics of Skill Acquisition, Second Edition, \u003c\/i\u003e provides a timely analysis of the ecological dynamics framework and presents a comprehensive model for understanding how coordination patterns are assembled, controlled, and acquired. The theoretical roots and development of the ecological dynamics framework provide application strategies for all people with an interest in movement coordination and control.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Chris Button, Ludovic Seifert, Jia Yi Chow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1492563226\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781492563228\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Human Kinetics Publishers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/14\/2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.90h x 6.90w x 0.70d","brand":"Chris Button","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43983637053695,"sku":"9781492563228","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_e8212305-33d3-4317-9fa5-7673657f562c.jpg?v=1683267836","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/dynamics-of-skill-acquisition-chris-button-9781492563228","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}