Level 2 Physical Education
12PED Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr C. Muller.
Entry CriteriaEntry into Level 2 Physical Education requires successful completion of a Level 1 course in Physical Education. If you would like to discuss an exemption to enter the Level 2 PE Course, please see Mr Scivier.
Students must also meet the requirements to study a Level 2 NCEA Award.
Level 2 Physical Education
The course involves both theory and practical lessons. The students will apply biophysical principles to training and examine personal and peer leadership strategies. The students will also spend time at North Harbour Gymnastics and Badminton Centres and their physical skills will be assessed. This course has 17 internal credits.
It is essential you bring your own device to all lessons as all internals use Microsoft Teams and OneNote. All work is handed in on this platform.
Biophysical Principles
Students actively participate in a skill learning programme, off-site at the North Harbour Gymnastics Centre. Their experienced coaching team teach students skills on the gymnastics floor, parallel bars, beam and vault. Application of motor skill learning theory and biomechanical principles will also be applied to these experiences in the classroom.
Socio-Cultural Principles
Students will study the societal, interpersonal and personal impacts of a sporting event of their choice. We learn of how sport influences society, government, the envionment, the economy, culture, history and our attitudes and values.
Learning Areas:
Pathway
Level 3 Physical Education, Level 3 Physical Education - Extension
Equipment/Stationery and Course CostsThis course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop.