Course overview
To explore the place of physical activity in a range of populations from a health and wellbeing perspective. Students will develop an understanding of physical activity and the range of health benefits it offers across the lifespan through participation in a range of physical activities. Key skills will derive from measuring physical activity levels of children, data analysis and digital literacy, through teaching and learning a range of physical activities. Students will also consider the place of physical activity and healthy eating in home lives and will gain knowledge and skills in planning and delivering physical activities in a range of settings, aligned with the primary curriculum.
- Introduction to Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing
- Cardio Tennis and Dimensions of Wellbeing
- Understanding Physical Activity Benefits and Measurement
- Inclusive Physical Activity: Bocce and Wellbeing
- Outdoor Recreation and Lifelong Physical Activity
- Social and Emotional Influences on Physical Activity Participation
- Physical Activity Advocacy Across Diverse Communities
- Applying Physical Activity Promotion in School Contexts
- Physical Activity Advocacy Showcase
- Physical Activity Advocacy Showcase
Course learning outcomes
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of physical activity, the health benefits of regular physical activity across the lifespan, aligned with the dimensions of wellbeing
- Explore and identify participation in physical activity in different cultures and demographics, analysing strategies to promote uptake of regular physical activity
- Apply knowledge of physical activity, physical literacy and wellbeing to develop inclusive opportunities that encourage primary-aged children to engage in meaningful and lifelong physical activity
- Evaluate the factors that influence primary-aged children’s confidence, competence and motivation to participate in physical activity, including social and contextual influences
Availability
Class details
Magill
Group 1
Class number 66241
Section WS02
Size 25
Available 25
Class number 66242
Section WS01
Size 25
Available 25
Class number 68427
Section WS03
Size 25
Available 25
Mawson Lakes
Group 1
Class number 66441
Section WS01
Size 25
Available 25
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