The learning packet is divided into two parts: (1) text to read and (2) questions to answer. The text describes a particular martial art, and relates its history, rules, playing techniques, scoring, notes and news. The questions and puzzles check the students' understanding and appreciation of the martial art. The learning packet covers 11 different martial arts, each with its own section. The sections are as follows:
Karate
Kung Fu
Tae Kwon Do
Jeet Kune Do
Judo
Aikido
Tai Chi Chuan
Ninjitsu
Capoeira
Muay Thai
Mixed Martial Arts
Each section contains a brief introduction to the martial art, followed by a text that explains its origin, development, characteristics, techniques, and current status. The text also includes some interesting facts and trivia about the martial art, such as famous practitioners, movies, books, and events. For example, the section on Karate mentions that it means "empty hands" in Japanese, that it was developed in Okinawa as a means of self-defense without weapons, that it became a sport in 1927 through the efforts of Master Gichin Funakoshi, and that it is one of the most popular martial arts in the world today. The section also includes a photo of Funakoshi performing a Karate technique.
After reading the text, the students are required to answer a set of questions that test their comprehension and critical thinking skills. The questions are of various types, such as multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blanks, matching, crossword puzzles, word searches, and short answer. The questions cover different aspects of the martial art, such as its history, rules, techniques, scoring, terminology, and culture. For example, one of the questions on Karate asks the students to name three basic techniques of Karate (punching, blocking, and kicking), while another question asks them to explain why Karate is considered a "martial art" (because it involves fighting skills).
The learning packet also provides an answer key for the teachers or students who want to check their answers. The answer key contains the correct answers for all the questions and puzzles in the learning packet. The answer key also provides some additional information and explanations for some of the answers. For example, the answer key explains that Karate is not only a sport but also a way of life that teaches discipline, respect, self-control, and harmony. The answer key also suggests some possible extensions and activities for further learning and exploration of the martial arts.
The learning packet is designed to be an engaging and informative resource for physical education teachers and students who want to learn more about the martial arts. The learning packet can be used as a supplement to the physical education curriculum, as a homework assignment, as a review material, or as an independent study project. The learning packet can also be used by anyone who is interested in the martial arts as a hobby or a lifestyle.
References
Advantage Press Physical Education Learning Packets: Martial Arts
(2011) Physical Education Learning Packets 21 Martial Artsanswer Key.zip
KARATE PACKET # 21 - JOHN MUIR MIDDLE PHYSICAL EDUCATION
KARATE PACKET # 21 ANSWER KEY - JOHN MUIR MIDDLE PHYSICAL EDUCATION
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