Transfer of Work Decrement in Motor Learning |
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| Authors: | John S. McIntyre W. Mostoway R.A. Stojak M. Humphries |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Department of Psychology, University of Manitoba;2. Department of Psychology, Capalano College |
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| Abstract: | Two experiments tested the hypothesis that the decremental effects of massed practice are due to the development of a negative drive (Hull’s Ir). The results indicated that the decremental effects of massed practice on either the pursuit rotor or the two-hand coordinator do not transfer to depress performance or reminiscence on the other task. The results did not support Hull’s drive interpretation but were explained by theories attributing decrement to a decreased level of arousal. |
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| Keywords: | motor learning motor cortex neuroplasticity practice order |
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