DEVELOPMENTAL TASK ANALYSIS - HERKOWITZ

 
Striking, complexity nd environmental variables

Instructor manipulate variables provide developmentally appropriate tasks
Two components
General Task Analysis
Task & environmental factors influence child movement in motor category
Striking - Size of object, weight, speed, predictability, length of bat etc.
Throwing, catching, jumping, kicking, runnin & climbing
Factors differentiated into levels
Factors and levels create a profile
Select profile assess child against
Grid evaluation- self assessment
Specific to individual
Specific Task Analysis
Activities that incorporate selected factors from GTAs across levels
Allows progressive development expectations
Level designations
Move from simple to complex
Instructional approach
complexity of motor performance and child development
Testing device