The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skill
The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skillTraditional linear pedagogy (LP) is frequently criticised for being overly restrictive and limiting the development of individualised movement solutions. This has led to the recommendation of less restra...
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| description | The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skillTraditional linear pedagogy (LP) is frequently criticised for being overly restrictive and limiting the development of individualised movement solutions. This has led to the recommendation of less restrained approaches, such as nonlinear pedagogy, to foster broad, self-organised movement exploration. However, limited research has investigated the nature of exploration strategies between LP and NLP approaches. This study aimed to investigate the dynamics of exploration under LP and NLP approaches. A four-week intervention involving 16 novice weightlifters demonstrated that NLP and LP facilitated similar performance outcomes, challenging the assumption that structured approaches inhibit movement exploration. Cluster analyses revealed that NLP enabled broader exploration, while LP narrowed exploration to certain movements. Interestingly, even within LP's structured limits, participants exhibited meaningful adaptive behaviour through minor movement adjustments. A significant interaction between exploration and learning was observed under NLP, indicating that exploration plays a functional role in performance improvement. These findings suggest that contrary to previous research, linear pedagogies do not necessarily deny learners the opportunity to exploit functional movement variability during the learning process. This research offers new insights into the nuanced interplay between exploration and adaptation when engaged in different learning approaches. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-c63d922a46b4489ab8ff189bc60a00792025-07-23T05:23:00ZengElsevierActa Psychologica0001-69182025-08-01258105212The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skillRiki S. Lindsay0John Komar1Jia Yi Chow2Aden Kittel3Paul Larkin4Michael Spittle5Collaborative Evaluation and Research Centre, Federation University, Australia; Corresponding author.National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, SingaporeNational Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, SingaporeCentre for Sport Research, Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition, School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Deakin University, Melbourne, AustraliaInstitute for Health and Sport, Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia; MSA Research Centre, Maribyrnong Sports Academy, Melbourne, AustraliaInstitute for Health and Sport, Victoria University, Melbourne, AustraliaThe influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skillTraditional linear pedagogy (LP) is frequently criticised for being overly restrictive and limiting the development of individualised movement solutions. This has led to the recommendation of less restrained approaches, such as nonlinear pedagogy, to foster broad, self-organised movement exploration. However, limited research has investigated the nature of exploration strategies between LP and NLP approaches. This study aimed to investigate the dynamics of exploration under LP and NLP approaches. A four-week intervention involving 16 novice weightlifters demonstrated that NLP and LP facilitated similar performance outcomes, challenging the assumption that structured approaches inhibit movement exploration. Cluster analyses revealed that NLP enabled broader exploration, while LP narrowed exploration to certain movements. Interestingly, even within LP's structured limits, participants exhibited meaningful adaptive behaviour through minor movement adjustments. A significant interaction between exploration and learning was observed under NLP, indicating that exploration plays a functional role in performance improvement. These findings suggest that contrary to previous research, linear pedagogies do not necessarily deny learners the opportunity to exploit functional movement variability during the learning process. This research offers new insights into the nuanced interplay between exploration and adaptation when engaged in different learning approaches.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0001691825005256Motor learningConstraints-led approachSkill acquisitionMotor development |
| spellingShingle | Riki S. Lindsay John Komar Jia Yi Chow Aden Kittel Paul Larkin Michael Spittle The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skill Acta Psychologica Motor learning Constraints-led approach Skill acquisition Motor development |
| title | The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skill |
| title_full | The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skill |
| title_fullStr | The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skill |
| title_full_unstemmed | The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skill |
| title_short | The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skill |
| title_sort | influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration of a weightlifting skill |
| topic | Motor learning Constraints-led approach Skill acquisition Motor development |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0001691825005256 |
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