485-229 Learning Area:Health & Physical Ed.2 Adv

Credit Points

12.5

Coordinator

Val Webster

Prerequisites

A minimum grade of H2A in 485-101 Learning Area: Health & Physical Ed.1 or an approved equivalent.

Semester

Year long (view timetable)

Contact

A total of 54 hours, plus a three-day outdoor education field trip late January or early February

Subject Description

This subject continues to examine curriculum issues in health and physical education through the Victorian Essential Learning Standards. Practical workshops and seminars focus upon the primary curriculum and may also prepare students for national coaching awards. Other topics will include motor learning theory and application; paediatric exercise; school issues in human sexuality; swimming and water safety; nutrition; and outdoor education.

Assessment

Written assignments totalling 2000 words (40%), a 2-hour examination (40%) and a school-based project (20%).

Satisfactory participation and performance in seminars and practical classes is a hurdle requirement of this subject.

Prescribed Texts

  • VCAA, Victorian Essential Learning Standards. 2006.
  • Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, A Picture of Australia's Children. Canberra AIHW 2005, Cat. No. PHE58.


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