Level 1 Physical Education
Course Description
This course consists of both practical and theoretical elements to give a comprehensive understanding of physical education at this level.
Topics include:
- Various sporting practical units through Futsal, Touch Rugby ,Kio rahi and other sports
- Anatomy and Physiology concepts, learning about the body and human movement
- Biomechanical aspects in movement and Social Responsibility and Leadership in game situations
- Understanding how movement impacts through kotahitanga or unity and spirit
It is an ideal course for those students wishing to pursue Physical Education further into the senior school. The course comprises of methods to improve performance in sport as well as anatomy, exercise physiology and motor skill learning. There is a focus on interpersonal skills with the view to exercising social responsibility in sports groups and teams. There are 2 optional 1 day non-curriculum related trips included in this course: Skiing/Snowboarding, Paintball and Flip Out Trampolining.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Approximate cost of activities: Total $150: Skiing $90, Paintballing $45 and Flip Out trampolining $15.
Pathway
This course leads to Level 2 Physical Education
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Course can be endorsed with Merit or Excellence
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
External
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