Department of Education, Unit Catalogue 2007/08 |
ED30164 Analysing coaches' philosophies and practices |
| Credits: 6 |
| Level: Honours |
| Semester: 1 |
| Assessment: CW 100% |
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Aims: The unit aims to engage students in reflection and critique of the practices of other coaches, of their own practices and assumptions, and that of current coaching knowledge. It thus aims to provide an opportunity for students to apply theoretical coaching knowledge to the practical environment, thus developing and improving their personal critical praxis.
Learning Outcomes: Having studied this unit, students will be able to: * consider and recognise the constraints and opportunities that influence coaching practice. * appreciate the value of critically reflecting upon the practice of others in terms of enhancing their continuing professional development. * increasingly recognise appropriate linkages between coaching theory and practice. Skills: * Observation (F/A) * Interviewing (data gathering) (F/A) * Reflection (F/A) * Written communication (A) * Oral communication (F) * Linking theory to practice (F/A) * Data (interview) analysis and synthesis (F/A) * Critical engagement with empirical data in the light of existing coaching theory (F/A). Content: Students will observe and interview a coach of their choice with regard to their philosophies and practice. They will subsequently reflect upon, analyze and interpret the gathered data in the light of current coaching literature, and how it can inform their personal practice. |