Level 1 Physical Education
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr J. King
This course is a mixture of theory and practical learning and is aimed at students with an interest in sport and physical activity. Students will develop their application of participation, interpersonal skills, and leadership through a range of physical activities, including Bowls, Curling, Volleyball and Tchoukball. Anatomy, Biomechanics and Exercise Physiology will also be applied to Badminton.
Course Overview
Term 1
Sport for Life
Achievement Std 1.1
(5 Credits)
Develop an understanding of the factors that influence participation in sport and physical activity.
Mostly practical based.
Term 2
Badminton Examined - Anatomy and Biomechanics
Achievement Std 1.2
(5 Credits)
Develop a basic understanding of functional anatomy, biomechanics and exercise phyisology.
Mostly theory based with practical lessons based around badminton.
or students can chose to opt into another achievement standard of independent learning:
Self-Management in Physical Education
Achievement Std 1.9 (3 Credits)
Term 3
Sports Performance
Volleyball
Achievement Std 1.3
(3 Credits)
This is the only unit of the year that is fully practical with no written component.
Term 4
Sports Education
Achievement Std 1.5
(4 Credits)
Develop an understanding of interpersonal skills and how to apply them in a tchoukball context.
Recommended Prior Learning
A reasonable standard of fitness and a genuine interest in sport and physical activity.
Equipment/Stationery
Devices are not essential but highly recommended - please refer to the school specification requirements for a preferred device.
Assessment Information
Fully internally assessed throughout the year. Most assessment is based around practical participation in class. Therefore, there are no exams at the end of the year.Pathway
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 20 credits.
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