Pukekohe High School
NCEA Level 2 Physical Education
Course Description
Head of Faculty - Kaihautuu: Mrs S. Hainsworth.
Students will learn to apply the principles of anatomy and biomechanics when learning to perform skills and how to apply the principles of sports psychology to improve their performance. They will learn how to apply appropriate methods and principles of training to improve skill performance. Students will also perform skills in an applied setting and demonstrate social responsibility when participating in physical activity. They will also research the significance of a self-selected sporting event or festival.
In Physical Education the focus is on movement and the aim is to encourage students to engage in movement experiences that promote and support the development of physical and social skills. It fosters critical thinking and action and enables students to understand the role and significance of physical activity for individuals and society.
This course is more sports science in nature and develops theoretical understanding of sport in society and bio-physical knowledge.
Course Overview
Term 1
Students undertake a performance improvement programme in badminton. They will be assessed in their skill performance in the game of badminton as well as their application of anatomical and biomechanical principles to improve their skill level while applying principles of skill learning to enhance their learning of the skills. They will also learn about the application of sports psychology skills during training and games. Students are encouraged to apply their acquired knowledge in their own sporting pursuits as well.
Term 2
Students will develop an understanding of the application of the methods and principles of training in relation to improving performance in a physical activity of their choice. They will set a fitness related goal and devise a relevant training programme which will assist them to achieve the goal. They will also develop an understanding of physiological responses and adaptations in body systems resulting from the application of the training programme. The students will also participate in a turbo touch programme which will provide a medium for linking understanding and application. Students will also have another opportunity to be assessed in their skill performance.
Term 3
Students will develop an understanding of the application of social responsibility in physical activity and how this can promote personal and group development. They will also complete a written report on the significance of a physical activity event of their choice, and the impact of this event on self, others and society. They will investigate the event from a societal, a political, an economic, an environmental, a cultural, and a historic perspective, using a critical lens to identify who, and why certain individuals, or groups, are advantaged or disadvantaged.
Recommended Prior Learning
It is recommended that student have done Level 1 Physical Education.
Pathway
Assessment Information
Student have the ability to achieve 20 Level 2 Credits in this course.All assessment are internal Achievement Standards
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.
External
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills
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Physical Education 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity
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Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
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Physical Education 2.5 - Examine the significance for self, others and society of a sporting event, a physical activity, or a festival
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Physical Education 2.8 - Consistently demonstrate social responsibility through applying a social responsibility model in physical activity
Pathway Tags
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