SPOR H7016X - Leading the Active Adult

Module Details

Module Code: SPOR H7016X
Full Title: Leading the Active Adult
Valid From:: Semester 2 - 2018/19 ( February 2019 )
Language of Instruction: 
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits:: 5
Module Owner:: Michael McCorry
Departments: Unknown
Module Description: no description provided
 
Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1 Recognise and discuss the pathology of ageing and its relationship with physical activity in adulthood
MLO2 Discuss the changes in sport and recreational activity apparent in adulthood.
MLO3 Use the principles of group leadership to modify physical activity programmes for adults of varied abilities.
MLO4 Plan, deliver and evaluate appropriate sports and exercise activities for adults in conjunction with recommendations within the LISPA model.
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
Mountain Skills
Students have the opportunity to extend the skills gained in second year in map reading and to log hillwalking hours that could lead to the Mountain Skills award.
Leadership
Students complete additional problem solving and critical thinking skills that compliment adult group activity leadership.
Module Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Course Work100.00%
Module Special Regulation
Students must attend at least 80% of classes to be eligible for the expedition (final assessment)

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Continuous Assessment % of Total Mark 100
Marks Out Of 0 Pass Mark 0
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will be required to complete log books and reflective reports detailing the analysis, development and evaluation of sports and exercise programmes in adulthood.
No Project
No Practical
No Final Examination

Part-time

Course Work
Assessment Type Continuous Assessment % of Total Mark 100
Marks Out Of 100 Pass Mark 40
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcome 1,2,3,4
Duration in minutes 0
Assessment Description
Students will be required to complete log books and reflective reports detailing the analysis, development and evaluation of sports and exercise programmes in adulthood.
No Project
No Practical
No 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 Classroom-based learning Every Week 2.00 2
Practical Contact The practical element of this module will consist of trail and mountain walking leadership activities Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Study Non Contact Students will complete log books and reflective diaries Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
Workload: Part-time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classroom-based learning Every Week 2.00 2
Practical Contact The practical element of this module will consist of trail and mountain walking leadership activities Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Study Non Contact Students will complete logbooks and reflective diaries Every Week 2.00 2
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Long, S.. (2004), Hill Walking: The Official Handbook of the Mountain Leader and Walking Group Leader Schemes, 2nd. UKMTB, Sheffield, [ISBN: 978-09541511-0-0].
  • Langmuir, E.. (2013), Mountaincraft and Leadership, 4th. Mountain Training Boards of England and Scotland, London, [ISBN: 978-0956886903].
  • Lopes, B. and McCormack, L.. (2010), Mastering Mountain Bike Skills, 2nd. Human Kinetics Publishers, Champaign, Illinois, [ISBN: 978-0736083713].
  • Young, M.. (2011), How to Be a Swimming Teacher: The Definitive Guide to Becoming a Successful Swimming Teacher, Educate & Learn Publishing, London, [ISBN: 978-0957003101].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Website, www.mountaineering.ie.
  • Website, www.cycleni.com.