| The Elements of Skill: A Conscious Approach to Learning Contributor(s): Dimon, Theodore (Author), Hickman, Larry A. (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 1556434766 ISBN-13: 9781556434761 Publisher: North Atlantic Books OUR PRICE: $11.66 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2003 Annotation: Why do so many beginners, both children and adults, fail to master chosen skills? "The Elements of Skill" was inspired by--and addresses--that question with a program based on proven techniques. The book, written by a renowned practitioner of the Alexander Technique, outlines an educational system that makes the process of learning a performance or athletic skill more conscious, and therefore more successful. Its principles include breaking down a skill into manageable parts, setting realistic goals, observing mind/body processes, overcoming blocks, controlling habits, and achieving heightened awareness and self-mastery. Included are inspiring examples of people who have benefited from the method. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education | Learning Styles - Education | Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects - Education | Parent Participation |
| Dewey: 370.152 |
| LCCN: 2003016492 |
| Physical Information: 0.61" H x 5.02" W x 8.01" (0.65 lbs) 248 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Why do so many beginners, both children and adults, fail to master chosen skills? The Elements of Skill was inspired by--and addresses--that question with a program based on proven techniques. The book, written by a renowned practitioner of the Alexander Technique, outlines an educational system that makes the process of learning a performance or athletic skill more conscious, and therefore more successful. Its principles include breaking down a skill into manageable parts, setting realistic goals, observing mind/body processes, overcoming blocks, controlling habits, and achieving heightened awareness and self-mastery. Included are inspiring examples of people who have benefited from the method. |