Level 2 Physical Education
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Martin
Level 2 Physical Education - Sports Studies 201
Term 1 & 2 - Are you the ultimate team player? Physical Education aids students to discover and develop their own physical abilities, well-being, leadership, acquire knowledge, skills and an understanding of movement through team sport. Students to examine the significance for self, others and society of a major national or global sporting event. This semester is a highly practical course with two written evaluations and a skills based assessment.
Term 3 & 4 - Sports Science studies how the human body works during exercise, and how sport and physical activity can promote and improve well-being while improving sporting performance. There will be a focus on designing a 3 Week Training Programme, Functional Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics and Motor Skill Learning. This semester is a highly practical course with two written evaluations.
A total of 20 Credits on offer over the year. All internal assessments.
This course is: Endorsable
For further information see: Mr. Martin
Course Overview
Term 1
Term 1 & 2 - Are you the ultimate team player? Physical Education aids students to discover and develop their own physical abilities, well-being, leadership, acquire knowledge, skills and an understanding of movement through team sport. Students to examine the significance for self, others and society of a major national or global sporting event. This semester is a highly practical course with two written evaluations and a skills based assessment.
Term 3
Term 3 & 4 - Sports Science studies how the human body works during exercise, and how sport and physical activity can promote and improve well-being while improving sporting performance. There will be a focus on designing a 3 Week Training Programme, Functional Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics and Motor Skill Learning. This semester is a highly practical course with two written evaluations.
Recommended Prior Learning
Highly Recommended - Completed 1 or 2 Semesters at NCEA Level 1 Physical Education Sports Studies or Sports Science
Passed at least 2/6 Achievement Standards at NCEA Level 1 Physical Education
Characteristics & Qualities Required for Physical Education
* Team Player
* Effective Communicator
* Willingness to develop Leadership Skills
* Focus on Self Improvement & Well-Being
* Active Participant
* Managing Self e.g. Bring PE Gear, Stationery, Laptop etc.
* Motivated and Resilient
* Independent Learner
* Supportive of Others in a Class/Team Environment
* Plays within the Rules, Regulations & Spirit of Sport
Assessment Information
All standards are internally assessed and moderatedPathway
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 20 credits.
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Pathway Tags
Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor, Air Force Airman/Airwoman, Air Force Officer, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Diver, Sports Coach/Official, Firefighter, Professional Sportsperson, Massage Therapist, Model, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator, Secondary School Teacher,