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Level 1 Physical Education (Full Year Course)

101PED
Course Description Recommended Prior Learning

Achieved grades in Year 10 PE, quality of portfolios and assessments


This course follows the Level 1 NCEA guidelines and prepares the students for further study at Level 2 and Level 3. This course has a high academic focus and would suit students who want to study PE and Sport, rather than just play sport. This pathway leads to University Entrance.

Specific skills learned  

How to get the best out of yourself when taking part in sport.

Learn & manage strategies to improve performance & fitness. 

Learn strategies to become an effective team member.

Learn strategies to lead and organize activities.

Develop confidence to lead others.

Goal setting, problem solving, planning, range of competencies and values. 

improve performance. 

Learn Bio-physical principles to improve performance


Course Overview

Semester 1
> Demonstrate a range of movement skills and strategies in an applied setting. for example offensive, defensive, tactical strategies in team or individual activities or activities involving cultural festival, event, or outdoor experience.
> Participate in a range of physical activities with a focus on team challenges. Involves working in a group to achieve a common goal in team activities or sport, cultural activities, or outdoor education activities.

Semester 2
> Demonstrate understanding of influences on movement in Aotearoa or Pacific involves exploring how and why influences affect a movement context eg: biophysical aspects, anatomy, biomechanics, sports peychology including sociocultural aspects, gender, media, and cultural aspects.

Learning Areas:

Physical Education


Assessment Policy & Procedures
Assessment Information

Assessment for these standards will be a structured portfolio with options to present your work from the following formats.
> Written document in digital or paper based format including images and 750 - 800 words.
> Video or audio recording of 3-4 min.
> Combination of text, images, and audio / video recordings (equivalent combination of the above)
> Written report

Pathway

Level 2 Sport Science (Full Year Course), Level 3 Sports Science

Career Pathways

Diversional and Recreational Therapist, Actor, Acupuncturist, Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Air Force Aviator, Air Force Officer, Aircraft Loader, Zookeeper, Police Officer, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Building and Construction Labourer, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Podiatrist, Chiropractor, Psychologist, Diver, Sports Coach/Official, General Practitioner, Firefighter, Ranger, Professional Sportsperson, Security Officer/Guard, Massage Therapist, Model, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Recreation Co-ordinator, Roading Construction Worker, Roofer, Secondary School Teacher, Television Presenter


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

PE gear for practical classes


Disclaimer

Any information, costs or standards may change.