Physical Education

Aims and Objectives:

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• To increase the students knowledge and skills in a wide variety of physical activities.

• To develop student self confidence and self esteem.

• To promote a positive attitude towards participation in physical activities.

• Pupils will acquire coaching skills and principles in their choice of the following activities: Soccer, Gaelic football, Basketball, Hurling/ Camogie, Rugby and Badminton.

• Pupils will complete a recognised 1st aid course.

• Pupils will visit a local health and fitness club and experience at first hand the facilities available there.

• Pupils will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of activities including field and court games and their choice of the following: Aerobics, Athletics, Badminton, Dance, Gymnastics, Kick boxing, Pitch and Putt, Self defence, Swimming. 

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Teaching and learning strategies:

•  Practical participation in activities

•  Hand-outs

•  Demonstration

•  Videos

•  Lecture

•  Teamwork

•  Logbook completion

Resources:

• Sports Hall/Pitch/Astro turf and hardcourt area

• Sports equipment

• Outside instructors and speakers

Content:

• Field games

• Court games

• Aerobics, Conditioning, Fitness training

• Dance

• Gymnastics

• First Aid

• Pitch and Putt

• Swimming 

Evaluation:

 Students will complete an evaluation form during and at the end of the year.

Assessment:

•   Some activities will be assessed by relevant outside    agencies that will award certificates.

•   Continuous assessment of student participation.

•   Assessment of written work reports and log books.

•   Short written tests.