01PED

NCEA Level 1 Physical Education

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Richard Beeston.


If you have an interest and passion for physical education then this course is for you.

We will focus on movement and its contribution to the development of self and others. 

Foundational Māori values are explored in order to understand and appreciate movement, accept challenges, relate positively to others, and demonstrate constructive attitudes and values. 

We will learn through a variety of contexts including, recreation, sport, fitness, and adventure, to promote and support the development of physical and social skills, foster critical thinking, and understand the significance of physical activity in our society. 

Key biophysical concepts of functional anatomy, biomechanics, skill learning, exercise physiology, active participation, team work, and sport performance will also be explored. 

You will participate in a variety of activities, sports, and exercise, and be assessed through both theory and authentic learning contexts.

Course Costs

This Course Contribution covers the cost of offsite activities (including transport).
Students will also require a 60-page Clearfile, and a 1B5 exercise book.

Description Type Value
Course Contribution (approximate) Contribution $100.00
$100.00

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 20
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 10
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 92016 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.1 - Apply movement strategies in an applied setting


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92017 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of strategies in movement


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92018 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the influence of personal movement experiences on hauora


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92019 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of influences on movement in Aotearoa New Zealand or the Pacific


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 20
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry cannot be confirmed until the beginning of the 2025 school year.