Perceptual-cognitive expertise in sport and its acquisition: Implications for applied cognitive psychology
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
5-20-2011
Department
Department of Cognitive and Learning Sciences
Abstract
We review contemporary research on perceptual-cognitive expertise in sport and consider implications for those working in the field of applied cognitive psychology. We identify the important perceptual-cognitive skills that facilitate anticipation in sport and illustrate how these skills interact in a dynamic manner during performance. We also highlight our current understanding of how these skills are acquired and consider the extent to which the underlying processes are specific to a particular domain and role within that domain. Next, we briefly review recent attempts to facilitate the acquisition of perceptual-cognitive expertise using simulation training coupled with instruction and feedback on task performance. Finally, we discuss how research on elite athletes can help inform applied cognitive psychologists who are interested in capturing and enhancing perceptual-cognitive expertise across various domains.
Publication Title
Applied Cognitive Psychology
Recommended Citation
Williams, A.,
Ford, P.,
Eccles, D.,
&
Ward, P.
(2011).
Perceptual-cognitive expertise in sport and its acquisition: Implications for applied cognitive psychology.
Applied Cognitive Psychology,
25(3), 432-442.
http://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1710
Retrieved from: https://digitalcommons.mtu.edu/michigantech-p/3443
Publisher's Statement
© 2010 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. Publisher’s version of record: https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1710