Module Details

Module Code: PSYC H7003
Full Title: Physical activity in the adolescent years
Valid From:: Semester 1 - 2019/20 ( June 2019 )
Language of Instruction:English
Duration: 2 Semesters
Credits:: 10
Module Owner:: David Cranny
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: Maintaining invovlement in sport and physical activity amongst teenagers is the focus of this module. Students will be exposed to a range of traditional and non traditional sports and physical activities. Students will also be accredited through Sport Ireland Coaching and the iCoach Kids MOOC upon successful completion of the module.
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Identify relevant aspects of educational theory and sports pedagogy research to best practice in teaching and coaching.
MLO2 Formulate an appropriate coaching plan in GAA or Soccer; Volleyball and Badminton to engage teenagers in team and individual physical activities.
MLO3 Perform various paddle movements and strokes and cycle techniques to safely and successfully Canoe and Kayak and mountain bike
MLO4 Participate and explain the key points behind the organisation and safe operation of wild camping. (Safety, tent pitching, cooking, cleanliness, hygiene, enjoyment).
MLO5 Evaluate current research relating to teenage engagement in Sport and Physical activity.
MLO6 Evaluate a sports activity event which engages teenagers in sport, and or recreational physical activity.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed
 
Module Indicative Content
How can we keep them in the game?
Review of literature investigating why children drop out and what can be done to address it.
Instructional methods and pedagogical strategies.
The relationship between coaching and teaching. Overview of direct method, indirect method, reciprocal method, guided discovery, free exploration, problem solving method, TGFU.
Techniques of effective teaching
Structure of class, variety, effective questioning, personal characteristics, motivational techniques, group/class management, Blooms Taxonomy, Learning outcomes etc.
Development of the adolescent
Growth, development and maturation, Body composition, growth and development of tissues, physiological responses to acute exercise, Peak Height Velocity, growth impeding performance.
Long Term Player and Athlete Development / Lifelong Involvement in Sport and Physical activity.
Analysis of individual and player development pathways, good practice demonstrated in Ireland and Globally.
Coaching philosophy
How to develop a child centred philosophy.
The role and Importance of Feedback
Highlight the link between feedback and learning - types provided, and how to provide effective feedback.
Creating the correct pathways for participation
Overview of coaching pathways
Meaning that adolescents take from sport and Physical activity
n/a
Exercises/games/activities for Late Childhood/Adolescence
A range of Sports and physical activities that encourage active adolescents to maintain and encourage involvement in sport and physical activity. These activities will be a combination of traditional team, and non-traditional individual activities. Students will be given the opportunity to up skill in GAA (Award 1 Youth) FAI (Kick Start 2) Volleyball (Spikeball), Badminton and Adventure actives both land based and aquatic.
Leadership
Students develop competence as group leaders through team working, critical thinking and use of problem solving skills. Effective event planning and contingency planning.
Leadership Activities
Students learn the basic skills necessary for outdoor survival, camp-craft and group leadership in the outdoor environment
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work25.00%
Practical35.00%
Final Examination40.00%
Module Special Regulation
In order to pass this module, students must attend and participate in the residential week which takes place in semester 2. Learning Outcome 3: Perform various paddle movements and strokes and cycle techniques to safely and successfully Canoe and Kayak and mountain bike and Learning Outcome 4: Participate and explain the key points behind the organisation and safe operation of wild camping. (Safety, tent pitching, cooking, cleanliness, hygiene, enjoyment) are assessed during this week.

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 25
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students to plan and deliver weekly peer reviewed activity sessions. Construct an e-portfolio showcasing best practice in sports coaching pedagogy.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 3,4
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Perform various paddle movements and strokes and cycle techniques to safely and successfully Canoe and Kayak and mountain bike. Participate and explain the key points behind the organisation and safe operation of wild camping. (Safety, tent pitching, cooking, cleanliness, hygiene, enjoyment). Must successfully obtain relevant awards
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 5
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 6
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students to plan and evaluate a sports activity festival aimed at Transition Year Students using the Sports & Physical Activities studied throughout the year.
Final Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End of Year Learning Outcome 1,5,6
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
End-Of-Semester Final Examination

Part-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Portfolio % of Total Mark 25
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students to plan and deliver weekly peer reviewed activity sessions. Construct an e-portfolio showcasing best practice in sports coaching pedagogy.
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 3,4
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Perform various paddle movements and strokes and cycle techniques to safely and successfully Canoe and Kayak and mountain bike. Participate and explain the key points behind the organisation and safe operation of wild camping. (Safety, tent pitching, cooking, cleanliness, hygiene, enjoyment). Must successfully obtain relevant awards
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 5
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing n/a Learning Outcome 6
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students to plan and evaluate a sports activity festival aimed at Transition Year Students using the Sports & Physical Activities studied throughout the year.
Final Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 40
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,5,6
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
End-Of-Semester Final Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Reattendance
The assessment of this module is inextricably linked to the delivery. Therefore reassessment on this module will require the student to reattend (i.e. retake) the module in its entirety.

DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact A combination of lectures and eLearning resources will allow students to learn about leadership styles, teaching and learning pedagogies. Every Week 2.00 2
Practical Contact Practical instruction and participation in GAA or FAI, Volleyball and Badminton Every Week 2.00 2
Practical Contact Week long residential (Mon-Fri) in Outdoor Activity Centre for instruction in Canoeing, Kayaking, Camp craft, team building Once per semester 2.00 30
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact A combination of lectures and eLearning resources will allow students to learn about leadership styles, teaching and learning pedagogies. Every Week 2.00 2
Practical Contact Practical instruction and participation in GAA or FAI, Volleyball and Badminton Every Week 2.00 2
Practical Contact Week long residential (Mon-Fri) in Outdoor Activity Centre for instruction in Canoeing, Kayaking, Camp craft, team building Once per semester 2.00 30
Directed Reading Non Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Study Non Contact No Description Every Week 1.00 1
Total Weekly Learner Workload 8.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
 
Module Resources
Supplementary Book Resources
  • American Sports Education Program. (2007), Coaching Youth Volleyball, 4th. Human Kinetics, Leeds, [ISBN: 10-7360-6220-1].
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