Level 2 Physical Education
Course Description
Teacher in Charge:
Akonga should have keen interest in physical activity and sports and enthusiasm to participate in practical lessons, some success at NCEA level 1 is advised.
This course offers a range of different opportunities to explore the outdoors, and utilise our local sporting and exercise facilities where students will experience a range of different topics in the field of physical education.
Activities may include but not limited to: Turbo Touch, Aquathon, Cycling, Hiking, Camping, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Netball, Basketball, Juggling
Students who choose not to go on camp will be required to complete a school based activity.
PLEASE NOTE: Assessments are made up of mainly achievement standards with opportunities for some unit standard assessment. Although there are a number of different standards students can take, students will only be allowed to select up to a maximum of 20 credits during the year. Standards will be due totaught due to student interest and availability of teaching resources.
Learning is done through, in and about physical activity via theory and practical lessons.
Areas of focus are Outdoor Education, Fitness/Training, Sociocultural aspects and Leadership.
Recommended Prior Learning
A keen interest in physical activity and also some success at NCEA Level 1 or at the discretion of the HOD.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Course donation of $20 covers course related costs.
PE Uniform for practical class
Optional Camps have a separate additional cost
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
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Demonstrate knowledge of the human body and its movement during exercise and stretching
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Physical Education 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills
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Physical Education 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity
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Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
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Physical Education 2.5 - Examine the significance for self, others and society of a sporting event, a physical activity, or a festival
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Physical Education 2.7 - Analyse the application of risk management strategies to a challenging outdoor activity
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Physical Education 2.9 - Examine the implementation and outcome(s) of a physical activity event or opportunity