Year: 11 (Stage 1) – Elective
Length: Full Year (20 SACE Credits)
Contact Person: Kristy McCarthy
Recommended Background: Specialist Health & Physical Education (HPE) at Year 10.
Content: Stage 1 Physical Education is recommended for students wishing to study Physical Education at Stage 2. Students can choose Physical Education for either one or two semesters. Students need to be aware that placement into this course will be based on teacher recommendation and Year 10 HPE results. Content in Stage 1 of Semester 1 will have a focus on professional popular elite sports and elite sporting athletes where students will demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types; Performance and Skill Checklists which will include Leadership, Team and Individual Play. The three focus areas of in movement, through movement and about movement will be worked on. The focus areas provide the narrative for the knowledge, skills and capabilities that students develop.
Learning is delivered through an integrated approach in which opportunities are provided for students to undertake and learn through a wide range of authentic physical activities (eg. sports, theme based games, laboratories and fitness and recreational activities).
Students explore movement concepts and strategies through these activities to promote participation and performance outcomes. The use of technology is integral to the collection of data such as video footage, heart rates, fitness batteries, and game statistics. Students apply their understanding of movement concepts to evaluate the data and reflect on ways in which performance can be achieved. Topics may include:
- Exercise physiology
- Biomechanics
Assessment: Students are assessed using the SACE Performance Standards. Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:
- Assessment Type 1: Performance Improvement
- Assessment Type 2: Physical Activity Investigation
Additional Charges: A consumables / excursion fee may apply to this subject in addition to the Clare High School Materials and Service Charges.