Real-World Constraints in Skill Acquisition Research

• Traditional skill acquisition experiments often control for repetitions, but real-world practice is often constrained by time.
• Variable practice can take more time than constant practice, leading to fewer repetitions in a given timeframe.
• Researchers need to consider time constraints when designing experiments and interpreting results, as time efficiency can influence practical application.
• What may seem inefficient based on repetition count could be efficient in terms of overall time spent and thus more practically applicable.
• Therefore, researchers should broaden their perspective to consider various levels of efficiency.