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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Applied Studies in Athletics 1
Module Code	SS113
School	School of Health & Human Performance
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Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Johann Issartel Semester 2: Johann Issartel Autumn: Johann Issartel
Module Teacher	Johann Issartel
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The purpose of the module is to develop the student?s understanding of athletics and the analysis of athletic performances. It focuses on the methods relevant to the teaching and coaching of athletics from foundation to elite level. It will review and explore a range of appropriate strategies for teaching and coaching, thus preparing the students for Teaching Practice and familiarising them with the post-primary PE curriculum.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify a range of athletic events.
2. Apply appropriate and effective teaching styles for athletics taught in physical education.
3. Plan and organize athletics lesson plans appropriate for age and ability.
4. Select and use appropriate assessment procedures on athletic performances.
5. Demonstrate the following transferable skills: group work skills, problem solving and observational skills.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	24	No Description
Laboratory	36	Practical Class
Independent learning time	65	No Description
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

The advanced teaching of T and F events.How to train for athletics.Sports day organisation.KS4 approaches in the Post Primary Curriculum..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	80%	Examination Weight	20%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Practical/skills evaluation	Participation and peer teach	45%	n/a
Oral presentations	Lesson plans	20%	n/a
Reflective journal	n/a	15%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

BAF: 0, Individual Event Manuals, 19942000 (various authors). British Athletics Association, London.Ecker, T. (2nd Ed.) (1996). Basic Track and Field Biomechanics. Tafneus Press, Mountain View, CA.Paish, W. (1976). Track and Field Athletics. Lepus Press, London.S,

Other Resources

None

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Programme or List of Programmes

PEB

B.Sc Physical Education and Biology

PEM

BSc in Physical Education with Maths.

Timetable this semester: Timetable for SS113

Date of Last Revision

10-JUL-09

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