The role of visuospatial abilities in memorizing animations among soccer players

Abstract Objectives The use of dynamic media such as animations for educational purposes in the sport field keeps growing. However, not adapting these information-enriched supports to learners’ perquisites can diminish their learning efficiency. In this paper, we studied the effect of visuospatial a...

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Published in:Journal of imagery research in sport and physical activity 2020-01, Vol.15 (1)
Main Authors: Ben Mahfoudh, Hatem, Zoudji, Bachir
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
animation
Cognitive science
memorization
prior knowledge
soccer
visuospatial abilities
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Summary:Abstract Objectives The use of dynamic media such as animations for educational purposes in the sport field keeps growing. However, not adapting these information-enriched supports to learners’ perquisites can diminish their learning efficiency. In this paper, we studied the effect of visuospatial abilities (VSA) on the memorization of a dynamic tactical scene among soccer players. Methods Participants (N=48) performed a multitask VSA test (control test) to distinguish people with “high” and “low” VSA. Then, they were required to memorize and reproduce a dynamic sequence (main test). Results Results indicate a learning enhancer effect of VSA. Players with high VSA were more efficient in memorizing the sequence than those with low VSA. Conclusion Results suggest considering VSA in order to optimize learning from dynamic presentations even if participants belong to the same group. In addition, VSA training for athletes is recommended in order to enhance their learning of dynamic visual content.
ISSN:2194-637X
1932-0191
1932-0191
DOI:10.1515/jirspa-2020-0002