11PHE

11 Physical Education

Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Storrie.

Objectives

To acquire knowledge and understanding about the contribution of physical activity to a healthy lifestyle.
To develop interpersonal skills in group and team situations.
To develop an understanding of the factors that contribute to and affect skilled physical performance.
To acquire knowledge and understanding of body structure and function.
To participate in a wide range of physical activities.
To demonstrate and understand responsible behaviour to manage safety.

Content

Assessment and Learning Area	Description
Let's Get Active	Participate actively in a variety of physical activities and explain factors that influence participation. Demonstrate and show understanding of responsible behaviour using a social responsibility model. Examine how involvement in physical activities can contribute to well-being.
Designing a Training Program	Demonstrate quality of movement in the performance of a physical activity. Students learn about the body and how it works. Physiology, Anatomy, Sports Psychology, Biomechanics, Methods and Principles of Training, and Energy Systems. Students develop a training program to complete a 4km run assessment. Students learn the importance of nutrition and how it can benefit the body during exercising.
Sociology in Sport	Demonstrate understanding of societal influences on physical activity and the implications for self and others. Examine factors that affect participation in physical activities and their effects on health/well-being.
Sports Tournament	Demonstrate interpersonal skills and describe their effects on the functioning of a group or team. Students learn to cooperate, communicate, and work effectively as a team. Students learn the fundamentals of coaching.