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Motor Development

Age-related change in movement influenced by person, task, and environment.

Motor Learning

Practice-based skill changes.

Maturational Theory

The theory that CNS and genetics drive change in motor development.

Normative/Biomechanical Theory

Tracks average age patterns of motor skills.

Information Processing Theory

Concept that views the brain as a computer processing input to produce output.

Ecological Theory

Combines the influences of person, task, and environment on motor development.

Primitive Reflexes

Survival reflexes such as Moro and sucking.

Postural Reflexes

Reflexes that aid in balance, like the parachute reflex.

Locomotor Reflexes

Reflexes that involve movement, such as stepping.

Gross Motor Skills

Movements involving large muscle groups and whole body, like walking.

Fine Motor Skills

Movements requiring precision and small muscles, such as grip and writing.

Head/Trunk Control Development

Milestone achieved between 1-8 months, indicating gross motor skill development.

Early Walking Characteristics

Wide stance, high arms, poor coordination.

Proficient Walking Characteristics

Heel-toe motion, narrow stance, and smooth coordination.

Grasp Milestone at 5 months

Power grip development.

Grasp Milestone at 12 months

Precision grip development.

Bimanual Use Phase at 2 years

Complementary use of both hands.

Constraints in Motor Development

Factors that shape movement including individual, task, and environment aspects.

Social/Cultural Influence on Development

Impact of parents, coaches, and peers on motor skill development.

Critical/Sensitive Periods

Times when specific experiences are necessary for development, like language and vision.