Memory

Short term sensory store: Collects information from the senses Unlimited capacity Store information for up to 1 second

Selective attention Happens between STSS and STM Filtering out irrelevant information and focusing on relevant information Speeds up information processing

Ways to improve selective attention: Increase intensity of the stimulus Motivate the performer Highlight specific cues Train with a distraction Relevant practise Mental rehearsal Transfer past experiences

Short term memory: Functions: Receives filtered information from STSS Limited capacity (5-9) Lasts up to 30 seconds Compares information with the LTM If material is practised and learning, transferred to LTM

Ways to improve STM Chunking – group information together in blocks. E.g. set plays Chaining – linking together Using selective attention

Long term memory Permanent retention of information Large capacity for unlimited duration Comparisons are made with previous experiences New experience - a motor programme is formed (slower)

Ways to improve LTM ‘Over-learning’ motor programmes Developing a range of past experiences Mental rehearsal Making information meaningful to performer

Exam question: 2013 4 (b) Explain the functions of the short-term sensory store and the long-term memory when performing the skill of passing. (4 marks)

Exam question: 2012 3 Players in a team game will use their skills to play effectively. 3 (a) Explain how players use their short-term memory to perform skills during a team game. (3 marks)