NCEA Level 2 Outdoor Education
Course Description
Head of Faculty - Kaihautuu: Mrs S. Hainsworth, Mr M. Whitby.
Through journey-based experiences, students will learn the practical skills needed to take part in outdoor activities like snorkeling, sea kayaking, mountain biking, camping, rock climbing and tramping. They will develop leadership skills and the ability to relate to others, confidence in managing themselves as they participate and contribute in group settings, competence, perseverance and resilience, while connecting to the natural environment. They will learn to 'think outside the box' as they are challenged physically, mentally and emotionally throughout the course.
Students will develop safe outdoor practices through the use of practical and active learning experiences. They will learn the necessary steps for planning expeditions, managing risk and navigation. Students will also develop problem solving skills that contribute to good leadership practices, while deepening their understanding and appreciation of the outdoors.
Course Overview
Term 1
Snorkeling
Kayaking
Term 2
Mountain Biking
Adventure Based Learning
Term 3
Tramping
Camping
Term 4
Rock Climbing
Recommended Prior Learning
No recommended prior learning
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Overnight trip expenses will be required
Pathway
Assessment Information
All assessments are internally assessment unit standardsCredit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
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Demonstrate basic rock climbing movement
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Demonstrate mountain biking skills on grade 2 terrain
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Demonstrate safe practices for participation in high ropes course activities
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Participate in an introductory rafting experience
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Demonstrate knowledge of weather information for an outdoor activity
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Demonstrate skills for an overnight tramp
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Demonstrate paddling skills on moving water
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Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
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Physical Education 2.8 - Consistently demonstrate social responsibility through applying a social responsibility model in physical activity