Description:
| Aims: This unit will allow students to understand and apply the multi-dimensional approaches and requirements of the professional coach.
Learning Outcomes: At the end of this unit students will be able to:
* Distinguish between coaching & teaching pedagogy;
* Identify how the professional era has changed coaching;
* Critically evaluate the scientific and holistic approaches to coaching;
* Appreciate the multi-dimensional nature of the professional coach;
* Understand the qualification requirements of the professional coach.
Skills: Intellectual: (T, F and A) Knowledge of coaching / teaching pedagogy and an appreciation of the multi-dimensional nature of professional coaching. Compare, contrast and systematically analyse the science of coaching.
Professional: (F) Independent research, presentation skills, report writing.
Practical: (T, F and A) Analyse, observe, research and reflect on coaching theory and practice.
Key: (F and A) Planning, communication, problem solving & decision making skills.
(T: Taught, F: Facilitated, A: Assessed)
Content: * Differentiate between coaching & teaching pedagogy
* The history and modern developments in sports coaching
* The professional era and all it entails
* Apply the technical, tactical and management requirements of the performer and coaching process
* Further enhancement of practical coaching skills
* Coaching / Performance observation and analysis
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