This module will enable students to consider and appreciate how physical education
can provide a positive learning environment for the development of a wide range of
skills and attributes. These include movement, sport-specific skills, leadership, and
teamwork. This module will allow for reflection on how pedagogy can impact on the
physical, affective, cognitive, and social development of individuals.

Learning Outcomes
After completing the module the student should be able to:
1 Critically appraise theories of teaching and learning commonly deployed in a
physical education context and discuss factors that influence the learning process.
2 Apply pedagogical theories to varied Physical Education learning environments
3 Critically evaluate safe practice conventions to practical activities and identify
appropriate adaptations for inclusive PE practice for students with disability

Learning Outcomes of Assessments
The assessment item list is assessed via the learning outcomes listed:
Portfolio

This module aims to develop a conceptual understanding of a broad range of issues in physical education and sport. Students will analyse these issues using philosophical and sociological perspectives.

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Evaluate the significance of Physical Education and sport in contemporary society
• Identify a range of social issues and concepts relating to Physical Education and sport
• Examine social issues and concepts in Physical Education and sport using sociological perspectives

The aim of this module is for individuals to develop an understanding of the physiological developments, principles and energy systems required in relation to practical performance to support physical education. Individuals will also develop an awareness of the different stages of physical development through infancy, childhood, and adolescence. An understanding of theoretical knowledge and application will support the ability of individuals to devise and deliver appropriate practical sessions.

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of exercise and physiology principles that support practical learning experiences and development.
• Understand the relationship between physiology and physical performance during infancy, childhood, and adolescence.
• Deliver practical learning activities that include exercise physiology principles and development, relevant to age and the physical education curriculum.

This module introduces students to the applied field of sports psychology and its application to physical education. Students will learn psychological principles and theories that they can use to explain behaviour within their domain of physical education.

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Illustrate the key principles of psychology and the relationship with Physical Education
• Demonstrate how key theories of motivation link to student engagement in Physical Education.
• Demonstrate knowledge of methods used to evaluate and assess psychological characteristics in a physical education setting.

This option module aims to provide students with the opportunity to understand and analyse the role of physical education in terms of planning, teaching, learning and assessment in the primary school years age range.

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Reflect on and analyse physical education planning and curriculum across the phases of learning
• Develop an appreciation of teaching, learning and assessment approaches and assessment in physical education across the phases of learning
• Analyse and evaluate the use of teaching and learning and assessment resources in physical education across the phases of learning

This module will develop students’ understanding of a range of research methodologies and methods typically used within social science research. Students will create a research project proposal that will prepare them for further research study in level 6.

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Explain methodological approaches to social science research
• Design and plan a research proposal
• Analyse and evaluate the use of teaching and learning and assessment resources in physical education across the phases of learning

The module builds on previously gained knowledge and research skills. It fosters student’s ability to plan, deliver and collate an individual research project relating to an area of their particular interest and make a contribution to the research base of the sector.  Students identify research topics based on the threads picked up from previous modules and engage in wide reading to formulate the research questions and propose methodology and research tools for their dissertation. The project can be carried out through secondary or combination of primary and secondary research, however the students must justify their decisions about the use of methodological approaches and research tools.

Aims

The module aims to enable students to:

• Develop professionally by pursuing a line of enquiry arising from their personal or professional interest.
• Develop a critical understanding of the relationship between research and practice.
• Exercise autonomy and judgement in applying professional knowledge and skills in context of professional practice and study.
• Develop knowledge about research theory and research methodology relevant to business research.
• Consider ethical frameworks and challenges when designing a piece of research and apply ethics throughout the research process.
• Gain a practical experience in designing a piece of research, selecting appropriate methodology and research tools, gathering, and analysing data.
• Prepare for entry to post-graduate programmes.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will be able to:

• Draw on a wide range of sources to conduct a literature review into a specific area to describe, analyse and constructively critique theoretical perspectives and contexts relevant to the research question.
• Demonstrate competence in research skills through the use of appropriate tools for data gathering consistent with the chosen methodology.
• Draw on theory to analyse data and discuss research findings to develop credible arguments and generate appropriate conclusions/recommendations.
• Apply ethical frameworks throughout the research process.
• Demonstrate an ability to communicate and share knowledge by structuring and presenting content effectively

This option module will provide students with the opportunity to critically evaluate physical education (12-18) in relation to teaching, learning and assessment.

After completing the module the student should be able to:

• Critically research and evaluate the effects of transition on pupil’s performance and personal development in physical education.
• Critically evaluate methods used to ensure progression and continuity with regards to teaching, learning and curriculum planning in relation to physical education.
• Critically evaluate the current philosophy behind the provision for learners by associated agencies within the 12-18 phase of education in relation to personal experience.