On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
1 demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the aims and content of gymnastics and dance taught in the National Curriculum
2 support the effective teaching of pupils, observe pupils’; observation, guidance, differentiation, assessment and feedback
3 demonstrate effective lesson planning in gymnastics and dance
4 evaluate research into socio-cultural and gender issues in participation in gymnastics and dance
5 analyse theory and relate to practice in the workplace
National Curriculum PE Programme of Study KS1/KS2/KS3/KS4 in Gymnastics and Dance.
The development of knowledge, understanding and skills appropriate to children in the 5-16 age range in order to support learning in gymnastics and dance ;
Teaching methods for effective learning in gymnastics and dance including: teaching points, task setting, differentiation, observation, demonstration, organization, positioning, positive feedback, safety.
Lesson Planning
Monitoring pupil performance and reporting
Socio-cultural and gender issues relating to participation in gymnastics and dance.
Lectures are accompanied by practical teaching workshops and seminars.
Lectures/Group Discussions/Practicals
Contact hours: 5x5 = 25 hours
Individual and/or group tutorial
Contact hours: 1x1 hour
Work Based Tasks
Contact hours: 24 hours