12PED

Level 2 Physical Education

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Miss K. Dawson.

Level 2 Physical Education

Outline of Course:

This course is designed to develop students’ scientific knowledge and physical skills through a combination of theory and practical activities. It will help prepare students wanting to further their study in the areas of Physical Education, Health Science, Sport and Recreation.

This course provides opportunities for leadership, as well as for both personal and social development in a range of learning experiences. Through direct experience, students will acquire knowledge and understanding about movement, about themselves and about the contribution of physical activity to a healthy life-style.

Prerequisite:

Students must have displayed a positive attitude and made reasonable progress in Physical Education at the Year 11 level. Entry to this course will be made after consultation with the Physical Education Staff. Students must have the correct School PE Uniform for this course.


Topics Covered

The course is based on the national prescription for NCEA Level 2 Physical Education and Health units of work. Achievement Standards will be offered in either a Sport or Outdoor Education context.

There is a balance of theory and practical work.

Subject Costs

Allow $50 for outside providers

Pathway

Assessment Information

Assessment - The course will be made up of a selection of standards from those listed.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 23 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 23 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91328 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91329 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91330 v3
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91332 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.6 - Evaluate leadership strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of a group
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91334 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.8 - Consistently demonstrate social responsibility through applying a social responsibility model in physical activity
3
3
3
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91335 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.9 - Examine the implementation and outcome(s) of a physical activity event or opportunity
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 23
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0