Dynamic systems theory has beenemployed to explain motor skill development. Define dynamic
systems theory. Demonstrate how this theory isuseful in explaining motor development.
What will be an ideal response?
Definition – inborn patterns which interact with environmental factors; interactions are
complex and can be subtle. The textbook cites Dennis' (1960) study and several other studies by
Zelazo, et. al (1993) and Kerr et. al (2007) to demonstrate that opportunity to practice a motor activity
such as walking is essential. If limited opportunity is provided, the motor skill can be delayed. Thelen
example in textbook– walking occurs due to innateschedule and change in muscle strength to body
weight ratio. In this example, nutrition, opportunity to practice and genetic factors, such as cerebral
palsy, all can play an interacting role.
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a. senior dementia. b. Korsakoff's syndrome. c. Alzheimer's disease. d. vascular dementia.
The hypothalamus ______.
A. is involved in sensory integration B. is important in the integration of sensory input with motor coordination C. has been implicated in the regulation of feeding and drinking D. regulates speech production
Experiments are used to test hypotheses
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Gilbert Ryle is famous for his distinction between ____ as it applies to human reasoning.?
a. ?empirical observations and rational thought b. ?action and impulse c. ?pondering the future and pondering the past d. ?knowing how and knowing that