SHN5252 - Primary Physical Education 3

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of theories of learning.
Evaluate factors affecting learning and their contribution to an effective learning experience.
Demonstrate understanding of the contribution swimming, gymnastics and dance make to primary PE.
Construct short and medium term plans, identifying key factors to promote progressive learning.
Demonstrate understanding and application of assessing progress towards objectives and attainment targets.

Content:

Psychology of Learning Theories of learning, Factors affecting learning:
- Developing confidence and efficacy
- Formation of attitudes, changing attitudes
- Motivation, self-determination theory
- Teaching and learning styles: Mosston's spectrum
- Cultural and gender issues in PE

Short and Medium term planning, Factors affecting progressive planning in the focus activities. Management of:
- Time
- Space
- Pupils
- Behaviour
- Progression within and across a series of lessons

Assessing pupil progress, summative and formative methods of assessment.

Recording and reporting

Practical focus:
Swimming
Gymnastics
Dance

Learning and Teaching Information:

Lecture, and practical session, including peer teaching.

Lectures
Contact hours: 10
Intended Group size: 100

Workshops
Contact hours: 10
Intended Group size: 50

Practical
Hours: 20
Intended group size: 30

Guided independent study
Hours: 160

Further details relating to assessment
The planning assessment component will consist of the ability to demonstrate short and medium term planning in an aspect of Physical Education.

Assessment:

001 Coursework (Planning); 2,000 word equivalent; End of Semester One 50%
002 Coursework (Essay); 2,000 word equivalent; End of Semester One 50%

Fact File

Module Coordinator - Sue Rushton
Level - 5
Credit Value - 20
Pre-Requisites - NONE
Semester(s) Offered - 5S1

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