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Summary versus every-trial knowledge of results for individuals with intellectual disabilities

Gillespie, M. (2003) Summary versus every-trial knowledge of results for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly. 20(1), pp. 46-56. 0736-5829.

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Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of a summary knowledge of results (KR) feedback schedule (KR after every fifth trial) versus every-trial KR on the acquisition and retention of a golf putting task for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Thirty-two individuals with mild intellectual disabilities were randomly assigned to either a summary or every-trial KR group. Participants performed 50 acquisition trials, 25 one-day retention trials, and 25 one-week retention trials. Participants in the every-trial KR group scored significantly better during acquisition, while the summary KR group performed significantly better for both retention intervals. Because of the absence of an acquisition block effect, results relative to learning must be viewed with caution. Findings partially support the guidance hypothesis
Subjects: G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GV Recreation. Leisure > GV445 Physical education for people with disabilities
Creators: Gillespie, Mike
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes: University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Faculty of Health & Society > Sports, Exercise & Life Sciences
Faculties > Faculty of Health & Society > Sports, Exercise & Life Sciences
Date: 1 January 2003
Date Type: Publication
Page Range: pp. 46-56
Journal or Publication Title: Adapted Physical Activity Quarterly
Volume: 20
Number: 1
Language: English
ISSN: 0736-5829
Status: Published / Disseminated
Refereed: Yes
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URI: http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/21

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