12PED

Level 2 Physical Education

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Ms J. Melrose.

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Theory topics covered will include anatomy, biomechanics, training principles and methods, sport psychology, leadership, risk management, social responsibility, and investigating the impact of a large sports tournament e.g. Rugby World Cup, America’s Cup, Olympics. Practical activities will be from a selection of the following: cross country skiing at Cardrona Snow Farm, pickleball, offsite coaching younger students and adventure-based learning at Berwick Youth Adventure Centre,

The content of the course is approximately 40% practical and 60% classroom based using a variety of teaching methods. Some time beyond the classroom will be required for trips and field work.


Course Costs:

A course enrichment opportunity for AS91330 and AS91333 exists where students can attend a four day cross country skiing trip to the Cardrona Snow Farm which would require a payment of $300 (estimate) before commencement of the trip. 

                                       


Course Overview

Term 1
Introduction to Social Responsibility
Achievement Standard 2.8
(3 Credits)

Leadership
Achievement standard 2.6
(4 Credits)

Term 2
“Cross Country Skiing”
Risk Management
Achievement Standard 2.7
(3 credits),

“Pickleball”
Performance Standard
Achievement Standard 2.4
(4 credits)

and

“Pickleball”
Move to Improve
Biophysical Principles
Achievement Standard 2.2
(5 Credits)

Term 3
“Pickleball” - con'd
Move to Improve
Biophysical Principles
Achievement Standard 2.2
(5 Credits)

Or

“Event, Physical Activity or Festival”
Achievement Standard 2.5
(4 Credits)

Term 4
“Event, Physical Activity or Festival” - con'd
Achievement Standard 2.5
(4 Credits)

Recommended Prior Learning

Ideally, students would have completed the Level One Physical Education Course, shown a genuine interest in the subject as well as physical activity and sport. Good self-management skills are also required.

In addition, strength in Level One Science would be beneficial.

Equipment/Stationery

Devices are not essential but highly recommended - please refer to the school specification requirements for a preferred device.

Pathway

Career Pathways

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 19
Internal Assessed Credits: 19
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91328 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91330 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91332 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.6 - Evaluate leadership strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of a group


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91333 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.7 - Analyse the application of risk management strategies to a challenging outdoor activity


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91334 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.8 - Consistently demonstrate social responsibility through applying a social responsibility model in physical activity


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 19
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

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