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Department of Education, Unit Catalogue 2011/12


ED10359: National curriculum physical education (NCPE) activity areas

Click here for further information Credits: 6
Click here for further information Level: Certificate (FHEQ level 4)
Click here for further information Period: Semester 2
Click here for further information Assessment: CW 100%
Click here for further information Supplementary Assessment: Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations)
Click here for further information Requisites:
Click here for further information Description: Aims:
To allow students to gain an understanding of the key concepts and processes that underpins the study of physical education through selected practical activities.

Learning Outcomes:
Students completing this unit will:
* Develop knowledge and understanding of the key concepts and processes of the PE National Curriculum;
* Gain experience and knowledge of the acquisition and development of practical skills related to two selected national curriculum activity areas;
* Develop evaluative and diagnostic skills relevant to self and others.

Skills:

* Effective oral communication (e.g. teaching presentations) T/F/A
* Ability to apply theory into practice. F
* Ability to work effectively as part of a group or team. F
* Students will gain both diagnostic and evaluative skills relevant to self and peer observation. F/A
* Students will be expected to work without supervision. F

Content:

* National Curriculum practical subject knowledge in two selected areas of activity
* Principles of skill acquisition through key concepts and processes identified in the PE National Curriculum
* Continuity, progression and transition within two selected activity areas
* Understanding different roles (i.e. performer, coach, choreographer, official) within two selected activity areas
* Self and peer observation to inform teaching and learning
* Planning and evaluation
* encourage students to take NGB coaching qualifications or external awards where applicable.
Click here for further informationProgramme availability:

ED10359 is Compulsory on the following programmes:

Department of Education
  • UHED-AFB01 : BA (hons) Coach Education & Sports Development (Full-time) - Year 1
  • UHED-AKB01 : BA (hons) Coach Education & Sports Development (Full-time with Thick Sandwich Placement) - Year 1

NB. Programmes and units are subject to change at any time, in accordance with normal University procedures.