GCSEPhysical Education: Games - 1971

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The Short Course for Physical Education: Games is now fully incorporated in the new Short Course for Physical Education. For more information, please read the full notice (PDF, 55Kb).

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Overview

This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to study both the practical and theoretical aspects of games. The course fosters enjoyment in games activities, whilst encouraging students to develop their knowledge, skills and an understanding of these particular activities, so that they can perform effectively and with increased physical competence and confidence.

The course provides a sound foundation for those students who may wish to enter certain vocational positions where knowledge of Physical Education may be seen as an advantage. Positions exist within the sport and leisure industry for such personnel. The course also allows students to study for an Advanced level qualification.

Specification aims

The aims of this specification are to encourage students to:

  • Develop and apply their knowledge, skills and understanding of physical education through selected practical games activities.
  • Develop their knowledge and understanding of the different factors that affect participation and performance and demonstrate their relationship.
  • Understand the role of rules and conventions in selected games activities.
  • Promote their understanding of the health benefits and risks associated with taking part in games.
  • Develop the skills necessary to analyse and improve performance.
  • Support their personal and social development through adopting different roles in selected games activities when working with others.