Physical Education Level 1
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr P. McGregor.
Teacher in Charge: Mr P. McGregor
Teachers Teaching Level 1 Physical Education: Miss A Watson
Level 1 Physical Education - Sports Studies
Term 1 - 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.
Note: Each Period or the Duration of the Course has approximately a 34/66% split Theory vs Practical.
Level 1 Physical Education - Sports Science
Term 3 - 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 Societal Influences in Physical Activity, Functional Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics and Motor Skill Learning.
Note: Each Period or the Duration of the Course has approximately a 34/66% split Theory vs Practical.
This year course is: Endorsable (14 Credits at Merit or Excellence for a Subject Endorsement)
For further information see: Mr P. McGregor
Course Overview
Term 1
Level 1 Physical Education - Sports Studies
A.S 1.1 92016 (Internal) 5 Credits
“Apply Movement Strategies in Applied an Setting”
Applied setting include:
• a tournament
• a modified or competition game
• a festival, event, or outdoor experience.
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. Note: Each Period or the Duration of the Course has approximately a 34/66% split Theory vs Practical.
Term 2
Level 1 Physical Education - Sports Studies
A.S 1.2 92017 (Internal) 5 Credits
“Demonstrate Understanding of how Kotahitanga is Promoted in Movement Through Applications of Strategies”
Movement involves working in a group.
Examples of movement include:
• te ao Māori, Pacific, or other cultural activities
• team activities or sports
• outdoor education activities.
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. Note: Each Period or the Duration of the Course has approximately a 34/66% split Theory vs Practical.
Term 3
A.S 1.4 92019 (External) 5 Credits
“Demonstrate Understanding of Influences on Movement in Aotearoa New Zealand or the Pacific”
Term 3 - 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 Societal Influences in Physical Activity, Functional Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics and Motor Skill Learning. Note: Each Period or the Duration of the Course has approximately a 34/66% split Theory vs Practical.
Influences on movement could come from:
• te ao Māori aspects, including pūrākau, connection to te taiao, tapu, and noa
• biophysical aspects, including functional anatomy, biomechanics, and sports psychology
• sociocultural aspects, including gender, media, whānau, hapū, and iwi.
Movement contexts may include:
• te ao Māori, Pacific, or other cultural activities
• team or individual activities
• outdoor education activities.
Recommended Prior Learning
Junior Physical Education & Health Education in the Junior School
Characteristics & Qualities Required for Physical Education
* Team Player
* Effective Communicator
* Develop Leadership Skills
* Focus on Self Improvement & Well-Being
* Active Participant
* Managing Self e.g. Bring PE Gear, Stationary, Laptop/Chrome Book etc.
* Motivated and Resilient
* Independent Learner
* Supportive of Others in a Class/Team Environment
* Plays within the Rules, Regulations & Spirit of Sport
* Growth Mind-Set
* Problem Solver
* Self-Reflective
Pathway
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 1.1 - Apply movement strategies in an applied setting
NZQA Info
Physical Education 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of strategies in movement
NZQA Info
Physical Education 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of influences on movement in Aotearoa New Zealand or the Pacific