Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
PTA208AE 19996-20086	LEC	0.50 Credit(s)	0.50 Period(s)
Basic Concepts of Motor Development and Learning
Human motor learning and motor development across the lifespan. Developmental sequence of balance and equilibrium. Development of reflexes. Concepts specific to motor learning. Prerequisites: Admission to Physical Therapist Assisting Program or permission of the department.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
PTA208AE   19996-20086	Basic Concepts of Motor Development and Learning

1.	Describe the developmental sequence of balance and equilibrium reactions in human beings. (I)
2.	Describe the development of normal reflexes in human beings. (I)
3.	Explain concepts specific to motor learning in human beings. (II)

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
PTA208AE   19996-20086	Basic Concepts of Motor Development and Learning

I. Normal Development A. Developmental sequence B. Balance and equilibrium reactions C. Reflexes D. Aging process II. Motor Learning A. Engram formation B. Genetics vs maturation C. Presentation of feedback D. Control, coordination and skill

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