PHYSICAL EDUCATION
In Physical Education, students focus on movement and its contribution to the development of individuals and communities. By learning in, through, and about movement, they come to understand that movement is enjoyable, enhances people’s lives, and is integral to human expression. They learn to understand, appreciate, and move their bodies, relate positively to others, and demonstrate constructive attitudes and values.
In Senior Physical Education, students complete Achievement Standards to gain credits towards their NCEA qualification. They must pass 16 credits in order to progress to the next level. At the time of publication, all assessments are internally assessed.
Classes will comprise of 60% theory and 40% practical. Students are required to wear PE gear for practical lessons. Students in Senior Physical Education are also expected to participate in the School Swimming Sports, Athletics Day, Cross Country, and in general, be good role models and leaders for junior students.
Students should take this course if they are interested in using sport, outdoor recreation, leisure pursuits, health or physical education in their chosen career.
LEVEL 1 – YEAR 11
Standard | Title | Credits | Literacy | Date of Assessment |
AS90964 |
Demonstrate quality movement in the performance of a physical activity (1.3) |
3 |
N |
Term 1 Week 7 |
AS90967 |
Demonstrate strategies to improve the performance of a physical activity and describe the outcomes (1.6) |
3 |
Y |
Term 1 Week 7 |
AS90963 |
Describe the function of the body as it relates to the performance of physical activity |
5 |
Y |
Term 1 Week 10 |
AS90966 |
Demonstrate interpersonal skills in a group and explain how these skills impact on others |
4 |
Y |
Term 2 Week 10 |
AS90962 |
Participate actively in a variety of physical activities and explain factors that influence own participation |
5 |
N |
Term 3 Week 9 |
AS90968 |
Demonstrate and show responsible behaviour for safety during outdoor education activities |
3 |
Y |
Term 4 Week 5 |
TOTAL CREDITS |
23 |
15Lit |
LEVEL 2 – YEAR 12
Standard | Title | Credits | Literacy | Date of assessment |
AS91330 |
Perform a physical activity in an applied setting |
4 |
N |
Term 1 Week 7 |
AS91328 |
Explain how biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills |
5 |
Y |
Term 2 Week 5 |
AS91329 |
Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills |
5 |
N |
Term 1 Week 10 |
AS91332 |
Evaluate leadership strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of a group |
4 |
Y |
Term 3 Week 9 |
AS91334 |
Consistently demonstrate social responsibility through applying a social responsibility model in physical activity |
3 |
N |
Term 3 Week 5 |
AS91333 |
Analyse the application of risk management strategies to a challenging outdoor activity |
3 |
Y |
Term 4 Week 5 |
TOTAL CREDITS |
24 |
12 |
LEVEL 3-YEAR 13
Standard | Title | Credits | Literacy | Date of assessment |
AS91501 | Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting |
4 |
Level 1 lit |
Term 1 Week 10 |
AS91499 | Analyse a physical skill performed by self or others |
3 |
Level 1 lit |
Term 1 Week 9 |
AS91500 | Evaluate the effectiveness of a performance improvement programme |
4 |
Level 1 litLevel1 numeracy |
Term 2 Week 9 |
AS91503 | Evaluate the use of health promotion to influence participation in physical activity |
5 |
Level 1 litLevel1 numeracy |
Term 3 Week 9 |
TOTAL CREDITS |
16 |
16 level 1 literacy 9 numeracy |