Physical Education

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course.

Course Description

All Year 10 students participate in a compulsory Physical Education program. 

Physical Education classes are conducted at the Carey Sports Complex in Bulleen where facilities include:

• Geoffrey Stevens Swimming Pool Complex
• Gerard Cramer Physical Education Centre
• Four all-purpose ovals
• Two soccer/hockey fields

Classes are also conducted at the Carey Kew Sports Complex in Kew and Kew campus at the following facilities:

• Six tennis courts (Carey Kew Sports Complex)
• Two bowling greens (Carey Kew Sports Complex)
• Macafee Courts
• Gym and weights room
• Sandell Oval

This course reflects the underlying goals of life-long health and fitness. It aims to acquaint students with many diverse activities in an attempt to establish and foster an increase in skill level, confidence and the desire to participate in various forms of physical activity in post school years. It fosters a positive self-image, develops responsibility and the ability to work independently and in team situations.

The focus at Year 10 is participation in game play to develop the application of effective team strategies and tactics. Students reflect on how fair play and ethical behaviour can influence the outcomes of game play. They learn to apply more specialised movement skills and complex movement strategies and concepts in different environments. They also explore movement concepts and strategies to evaluate and refine their own and others’ movement performances. The curriculum also provides opportunities for students to refine and consolidate personal and social skills in demonstrating leadership, teamwork and collaboration in a range of physical activities.

Essential Questions

• What are some of the important personal and social skills needed when participating in a range of physical activities?
• How can fair play and ethical behaviour influence the outcomes of physical activity?
• What leadership and collaboration skills are required when working in groups or teams?
• What are some actions that could be undertaken to enhance our own and others’ lifelong health and wellbeing?

Areas of Study

• Fitness for Life - Strength and Conditioning, Self Defence, Boxercise
• International Games - Ultimate Frisbee, Touch Rugby, Table Tennis, Lawn Bowls, Badminton, Lacrosse
• Recreation Activities - Water Recreation and Rehab, Cycling

Assessment

Task	Description
Skill Level	Individual performance and understanding the strategies required for achieving successful outcomes. under specific themed headings e.g. striking, technique, throwing, catching, positioning, use of space, coaching, planning, efficiency.
Self Management	Individual ability to seek out new challenges and roles when tackling new activities, skills or themes to advance personal development and learning. Thinking about new challenges and reflect on whether the strategy is working or if there is a need to try something different.
Relationships	Value working in a team and contribute by providing respectful, critical and constructive feedback, while also expressing thoughts in a variety of ways.
Thinking	Development of independently reflecting on own learning and explore ways to grow ones thinking.
Cardiovascular Fitness	Based upon the Australian Fitness Education Award recommendations.