In this podcast, Rob Gray interviews Jia Yi Chow from the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore about nonlinear pedagogy. They discuss the journey of a teacher in skill acquisition, design principles for constraints manipulation, observing learning in non-linear pedagogy, the second edition of the Dynamics of Skill Acquisition book, and applying theory and assessing learners in a practice context.
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Using non-linear pedagogy in physical education teaching can lead to diverse movement solutions and increased performance outcomes among learners.
Coaches and teachers need a deep understanding and experience in their respective sports or activities to effectively use non-linear pedagogy, and building expertise comes from personal experience and designing practices that align with its principles.
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Non-linear pedagogy and its effectiveness
Non-linear pedagogy is a teaching approach that aims to account for the non-linear behaviors observed in skill acquisition and learning. Research has shown that using non-linear pedagogy can lead to diverse movement solutions and increased performance outcomes. For example, studies conducted in schools with children using non-linear pedagogy interventions found that learners demonstrated a wider range of movement solutions, leading to more varied and effective performance. These findings suggest that non-linear pedagogy offers a more flexible and individualized approach to learning, allowing learners to explore different ways of moving and finding solutions that are meaningful to them.
Developing coaching skills in non-linear pedagogy
To effectively use non-linear pedagogy as a coaching approach, it is essential for coaches to have a deep understanding and experience in their respective sports or activities. This knowledge allows coaches to manipulate task constraints and design practices that align with the demands of the game or skill being taught. By being knowledgeable and experienced, coaches can identify moments within a practice where they can modify constraints to encourage different behaviors and facilitate skill development. Building expertise and confidence in using non-linear pedagogy comes from both personal experience in the sport and actively designing practices that align with the principles of non-linear pedagogy.
Non-linear pedagogy in education
Non-linear pedagogy has been successfully implemented in PE classes and teacher education programs. In a school setting, using non-linear pedagogy has led to increased autonomy and varied movement solutions among students. Teachers, however, faced initial challenges, such as the fear of providing less prescriptive instructions and allowing autonomy for learners. However, as they gained experience and saw positive results, they embraced the non-linear approach. It is essential for teachers and practitioners to understand the underlying principles of non-linear pedagogy and how it can be applied in their specific teaching contexts. Overall, a shift towards non-linear pedagogy in education offers more meaningful and effective learning experiences for students.
Assessing non-linear pedagogy
Assessment plays a crucial role in promoting and maintaining the use of non-linear pedagogy. Traditional linear assessment methods can hinder the adoption of non-linear pedagogy by reinforcing prescriptive instructions and specific movement forms. To encourage the use of non-linear pedagogy, assessment should focus on performance outcomes that allow for diverse and individualized movement solutions. By aligning assessments with the principles of non-linear pedagogy, teachers and coaches can create an environment that supports autonomous learning and skill development. It is important to explore new assessment rubrics and approaches that reflect the goals and principles of non-linear pedagogy, ultimately shifting behaviors, practices, and teaching methods in the classroom and on the field.
A discussion with Jia Yi Chow from the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. What is nonlinear pedagogy? What has research shown regarding its effectiveness in PE teaching? How can a coach become more effective at using it and related approaches like the CLA.