PE 11: Active Living
Ministry code: ACLV 11
View the complete Learning Standards for this course here: Active Living 11
This course will help students develop their skills and build on the tools they already have. Through this course, students will be able to add some valuable skills to their repertoire and learn the importance of form, technique, nutrition and many other factors in achieving your health and wellness goals.
Course Outline
- First assignment – Done at beginning of course
- Practice Activity Report – 1-2 Weeks
Module 1: Physical Activity, Health & Well Being
- Big Idea – Physical activity is an important part of overall health and well being.
- Activity Report #1: 2-8 Weeks
- Teaching Games for Understanding
- Understanding Games: Net/Wall & Target Discussion
- What is Physical Education? – Definition & Overview
- Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines
- Health Related & Skill Related Physical Fitness
- Fundamental Movement Skills
- Movement Guildlines Quiz
- Canada’s Food Guide
- Nutrition Awareness Assignment
Module 2: Safety & Injury Prevention
- Big Idea – Safety & injury prevention practices allow lifelong participation in physical activities.
- Activity Report #2: 9-14 Weeks
- Understanding Games: Striking/Fielding & Territory Discussion
- Monitoring Physical Exertion
- Calculating Heart Rate
- RPE
- The Components of an Exercise Session
- Safety & Injury Prevention
- Injury Prevention Assignment
- Leadership Project
Module 3: Recreational Activities, Motivation & Participation
- Big Idea – Finding enjoyable recreational activities can motivate people to participate more regularly in physical activity.
- Activity Report #3: 15-20 Weeks
- Understanding Games: Individual Pursuits Discussion
- Trends in Physical Health & Fitness
- CrossFit
- HIIT
- Fads & Myths Assignment
- Health Apps
- Barriers to Physical Activity
- Overcoming Barriers Assignment
- Community Recreation Report
ASSESSMENT
- First Assignment 10%
- Discussions 15%
- Activity Reports 45%
- Quizzes 5%
- Assignments 25%
Required Resources: a computer with internet access and headphones/speakers. Access to fitness activities.