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EDUP2004: PDHPE1: Physical Activity
2023 unit information
Students will study teaching and learning in primary physical education with a focus on student-centred, inquiry-based pedagogy. Through reading, active participation in lectures and workshops students will engage with the latest developments in physical education pedagogy and apply it in practical contexts. This will involve practical workshop experiences as learner and planning for learning in physical education. This unit of study will integrate theoretical and practical knowledge in the study of physical education pedagogy focused on the intellectual dimensions of movement, inclusive practice and the development of skill within contexts that give it meaning and relevance for learners. Focused on the development of generalist primary school teachers' ability and inclination to teach physical education the subject encourages student-centred, inquiry-based teaching and the development of critically informed pedagogy and teacher decision-making.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Education
| Code | EDUP2004 |
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| Academic unit | Education |
| Credit points | 4 |
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Prerequisites:
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42 credit points including EDUP1001 and EDUP1002 and EDUP1003 and (EDUP1004 or EDUP1005) |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate a sound understanding of child-centred, inquiry-based learning theory in physical education
- LO2. demonstrate an ability to plan an effective learning and teaching activities aimed at achieving student understanding, relevant skill and enjoyment of movement classes
- LO3. exhibit genuine and constant reflection on teaching performance, planning, organisation and management of classes with a focus on student learning
- LO4. further your understanding and knowledge of physical education to enable you to effectively teach and program these activities in the school setting
- LO5. demonstrate an understanding of inclusive practice in physical education teaching
- LO6. demonstrate how to use direct and indirect pedagogies that will support and develop physical education for different inclinations and abilities
- LO7. feel more confident and competent enough to teach in this curriculum area and to provide students with additional physical activity programs and opportunities
- LO8. familiarise students with contemporary curriculum and pedagogy in the area of school physical education and sport physical education and sport.
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