EDF3608 - Sport and physical activity education

Leader: Dr J O'Connor

Offered

Not offered in 2007

Synopsis

The unit builds upon a sequence of foundation units that students study in the first two years of the degree. It explores a range of pedagogical practices associated with the provision of sport and movement education and considers socio-ecological factors that impact upon the experience. Students will critically explore traditional and contemporary principles that underpin sport, physical and fitness education practices applied to school and community settings and consider their use within broader frameworks for physical activity participation. Students will apply concepts in practical movement settings that may include dance, gymnastics, games and lifestyle exercise based programs.

Objectives

1. Discuss skills and basic movement techniques associated with dance/gymnastics or alternate sport and movement experiences;
2. Develop a basic level of competency in performing dance/gymnastics/games or equivalent skills within appropriate contexts;
3. Explain a variety of contemporary pedagogical practices (including but not limited to SEPEP, Play Practice, Game Sense, etc) and the associated theories of such practices and how it relates to sport and outdoor recreation;
4. Plan and implement a dance/gymnastics/alternate movement experience unit of work grounded in a relevant theoretical framework;
5. Apply a critical reflective practice that considers the interplay between coach, player, content and social context.

Assessment

Practical based assessment task 30%;
Reflective Journal (3000 words): 30%
Final Examination : 40%;
Practical hurdle requirement

Contact hours

3 hours per week

Prerequisites

EDF2602