PRACTICE VARIABILITY
The benefits of variable versus constant practice (Schmidt, 1975) have been demonstrated in numerous studies. Our studies have focused, for example, on the influence of variable practice on parameter versus generalized motor program learning, as well as on the role of variable practice in implicit learning.
Related publications:
Shea, C.H., & Wulf, G. (2005). Schema theory: A critical appraisal and reevaluation. Journal of Motor Behavior, 37, 85-101.
Lai, Q., Shea, C.H., Wulf, G., & Wright, D. (2000). Optimizing generalized motor program and parameter learning. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 71, 10-24.
Wulf, G., & Schmidt, R.A. (1997). Variability of practice and implicit motor learning. Journal ofExperimental Psychology: Learning, Memory, and Cognition, 23, 987-1006.
Wulf, G. (1991). The effect of type of practice on motor learning in children. Applied Cognitive Psychology, 5, 123-134.
Wulf, G. (1989). Schema theory and "mass-spring" control of movements: An attempt at integration. Sportwissenschaft, 19, 204-215.
Wulf, G. (1988). Bedingungsfaktoren der motorischen Schemabildung. Sportwissenschaft, 18, 40-50.
Wulf, G., & Schmidt, R.A. (1988). Variability in practice: Facilitation in retention and transfer through schema formation or context effects? Journal of Motor Behavior,20, 133-149.
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