L3 Physical Education
Course Description
This course builds upon concepts and information taught in level 2 Physical Education.
In this course, students are expected to show a high degree of application of principles and skills learned in Level 1 and 2 to practical contexts. The course entails the application of safety management, evaluating traditional and constraints-led approaches to performance improvement programmes, leadership principles linked to coaching intermediate students and movement strategies. They will also have the opportunity to learn, develop and apply their skills in Netball and Badminton.
Students will have opportunities to apply what they have learnt in the classroom in practical scenarios outside of the classroom. The students have a chance to take part in a camp where students will experience a hands-on approach to risk management in activities such as High Ropes and Mountain Biking.
Students will attempt 15 credits throughout the year. This is a University Entrance approved course.
Prerequisites
10 credits at NCEA Level 2 English, Health, History, Geography, or with HOD approval.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
The approximate cost of camp is $250.
Students must wear the school's PE T-shirt and black shorts for every class (correct sports shoes are preferred over bare feet).
Stationery optional for this course: Chromebook / Device
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.3 - Evaluate the effectiveness of a performance improvement programme
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Physical Education 3.4 - Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
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Physical Education 3.7 - Analyse issues in safety management for outdoor activity to devise safety management strategies
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Physical Education 3.8 - Examine contemporary leadership principles applied in physical activity contexts
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 15
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
- Some students’ courses may not fit the timetable when it is prepared so you may be contacted and asked to re-choose.
- If you do not make sufficient progress in the remainder of the year (i.e. in your entrance exams, course work and end-of-year exams), you may not be accepted into the subject of your choice