NCEA Level 2 Physical Education Outdoors
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Anna Jolly.
We will explore learning through movement contexts and accepting challenges.
With a focus on movement and its contribution to the development of self, others and society, we will develop your movement and interpersonal skills, and demonstrate constructive attitudes and values. This will also promote and support the development of physical and social skills, foster critical thinking, and develop an understand the significance of physical activity in our society.
Learn through outdoor pursuits, leadership activities and adventure. By actively engaging within the community we will have the opportunity to gain extensive knowledge and confidence in a leadership role.
Key concepts include functional anatomy, biomechanics, skill learning, exercise physiology, active participation, and performance leadership.
You may participate in a variety of activities such as surfing, rock climbing, mountain biking, snowboarding, mud run/obstacle course, caving, windsurfing, rafting, and ropes courses. There will be overnight camps associated with some of these activities.
LEVEL 2 PHYSICAL EDUCATION OUTDOORS SNOW TRIP 2019 VIDEO (click on image below)
Recommended Prior Learning
Only 18 students are accepted into this course. Confirmation will be completed before the end-of-year NCEA exams.
Acceptance will be based on a written application and a practical workshop/interview. You will need to 'request an exemption' when selecting courses.
Students who do not get in to this course automatically get in to 02PED. You cannot do both 02PEO and 02PED.
Course Costs
This Course Contribution covers the cost of offsite activities (including travel), as well as the course-related Snow Camp, and Leadership Camp.
Description | Type | Value |
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Course Contribution | Contribution | $500.00 |
$500.00 |
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.
External
NZQA Info
Physical Education 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of how and why biophysical principles relate to the learning of physical skills
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Physical Education 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity
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Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting
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Physical Education 2.6 - Evaluate leadership strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of a group
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Physical Education 2.7 - Analyse the application of risk management strategies to a challenging outdoor activity
Disclaimer
Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry cannot be confirmed until the beginning of the 2025 school year.