Albany Senior High School/Coursebook/3PED

What is this course about?
This is an university approved academic subject with a full Achievement Standards course. There are practical components which complement the learning in this course, however, this is not a practical based course.

In physical education we will use a challenged based learning programme to explore learning in, through and about movement. The year 13 course will foster critical thinking and will enable you to understand the role and significance of physical activity for individuals and society. You will have the opportunity to learn in a range of practical contexts as well as apply your knowledge of sports science, sports psychology, exercise physiology, sports sociology and wellbeing to a deeper level.

What will I learn?
During the course of the year your learning with focus on:


 * Physical activity and wellbeing What does physical activity mean to you? What have you done in the past, what about now and in the future? What influences your choices for lifelong wellbeing? Identity. Choice. Sport Sociology. Wellbeing. Socio-cultural factors.
 * Training to improve performance What are you capable of? How do you improve? What works? Sport Psychology. Motivation. Challenge. Exercise Physiology. Methods of Training. Socio-cultural and bio-physical factors.
 * Violence in Sport What is the impact of violence in sport on NZ society? Examine a current event, trend, or issue. Influences. Socio-cultural factors.
 * Skill analysis to improve performance How will you improve skill performance? In-depth analysis. Anatomy. Biomechanics. Sport Science. Bio-physical factors.

Scholarship opportunities
Scholarship is available to any student interested in taking their learning in physical education to a higher level. To achieve this award you will need to sit an exam at the end of the year. The exam consists of 3 essays and is related to critically evaluating biophysical and sociocultural issues in PE. Click on these links to NZQA for more information:

http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/assets/scholarship/2010/physical-education-2010-topscholar.pdf

http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/scholarship/scholarship-subjects/scholarship-physical-education/

http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/scholarship/

https://aucklandpenz.wikispaces.com/Scholarship+Workshops+2013/

Frequently asked questions:
How many credits do I need to get a Merit or Excellence endorsed certificate?

Merit endorsed certificate = 14 Merit or Excellence credits (combined) Excellence endorsed certificate = 14 Excellence credits

Is Physical Education a practical based subject?

No, Physical Education is a scholarship subject, this means much of the work completed is theory based. You will have the opportunity to complete one practical standard.

Will there be re-assessment opportunities in this course? You will be in charge of your learning and assessments. You will keep a logbook which will record evidence of your learning. It is your responsibility to keep up to date and ask your teacher questions on a regular basis to confirm your understanding. No further re-assessment opportunities will be offered for this course.

By now you should be fully aware that level 3 physical education demands systematic study. You will need to plan your year of study carefully, allowing for routine work. Keeping well-organised notes and your e-log books up to date is vitally important. Contributing to classroom discussion, being an active part of groupwork and participating fully to the best of your ability in all practical sessions is an expectation.

Where will Physical Education lead?

The skills developed in physical education will be useful for all students and especially those who are interested in careers such as coaching, sports psychology, personal training, sports marketing and management, teaching, sports medicine, sports science, performance analysis, police, physiotherapy, outdoor instructing and much more...

Is there a PE uniform?

No, however students are expected to change into gear that is appropriate for PE every lesson. This is compulsory.

Is there an exam at the end of the year?

No. Physical education is 100% internally assessed, this means that you will need to work hard throughout the whole year.