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Physical Education Stage 2
Subject outline

Version 4.0 - For teaching in 2024.
Accredited in November 2017 for teaching at Stage 2 from 2020. 

Stage 2 | Subject outline | Content | Focus Area 1: In movement

Focus Area 1: In movement

Education ‘in’ physical activity is about students making meaning of personal movement experiences. Through these movement experiences, students must engage in thoughtful participation where internal reflection and articulation of learning progress can be established.

Key ideas
Considerations

Application of energy sources affecting physical performance.
  • the contribution of energy systems in specific activities
  • the interplay of energy systems
  • energy contributions and fatigue


Application of the effects of training on physical performance.

  • analysis of the demands of physical activity
  • measurement and monitoring of fitness and energy components relevant to participation and performance
  • training principles and methods specific to fitness factors and to physical activities
  • chronic adaptations related to training methods


How does biomechanics affect physical activity and movement.

  • generating force — sequential force, anthropometry, Newton’s laws
  • speed and motion in sport — motion, inertia, momentum 
  • achieving distance — leverage, angle and speed of release
  • achieving and maintaining equilibrium — dynamic and static


Practical application of learning theories.

  • coaching methodologies — linear and non linear
  • socio-cultural considerations around constraints of games
  • ethical strategies to promote integrity and fair participation
  • game-based approaches and pedagogies (e.g. Game Sense, TGfU) and how they can be explored and manipulated to enhance inclusivity and equity
  • sports education model

Psychology of sporting performance.
  • the role of feedback and its effect on learning and performance
  • giving and receiving feedback

Analysis of movement concepts and strategies.
  • making sense of movement concepts and strategies to improve participation and/or performance
  • application of concepts and strategies in unfamiliar contexts