The relative effect of video-taped feedback on the acquisition of a swimming skill was investigated for 2 groups of children (N = 36), aged 4.5 to 6.4 and 6.5 to 8.5 yr. A significant difference was found between the means of the video-taped and auditory groups for the older group, while differences were not significant for the younger ages. Older children were more able to analyze their own performances relative to the criterion movement. The results are discussed in relation to Piaget's stages of development.
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