Motion control models

How human movement control works has not yet been fully clarified. Explanatory models can usually be assigned to one of the following three explanatory approaches:

1. Information theory approach
2. Action theory approach
3. System dynamic approach

The information theory approach

It is generally assumed that movements are the result of information processing. The control is carried out by central bodies and the processing of extrinsic and intrinsic feedback. Movement learning takes place through the construction and stabilization of internal representations (internal models). Examples are the GMP theory and the open and closed loop theories.

The action theory approach

Movements are believed to be purposeful and holistic. They take place in a person's confrontation with the material and social environment. Movement learning takes place via the formation of rules with which the selection and sequence of basic units of action is determined. Examples are the TOTE model and Nitsch's theory of action.

The system dynamic approach

The system dynamic approach is based on the theory of dynamic systems . According to this, movement is the result of self-organization processes . The movement is controlled by means of muscle couplings adapted to the situation. Movement learning takes place here as a search and experience process in the space of perception and experience. Examples are ecological theories of action, synergetics , but also the chaos theory . An example for the transfer of this model to movement learning is differential learning .

literature

• H. Mechling, J. Munzert (Ed.) (2003): Handbuch Bewegungswissenschaft - Bewegungslehre.