What is the course?
The course is mostly made up of practical lessons, with some sessions based in the classroom and is a more in depth study of Physical Education than provided in Core PE. The course covers some fantastically interesting content such as; The Human Body in Action, Activities, Skills and Skill Development and Tactics. The course ultimately studies how to enhance performance through encouraging learners to evaluate their own performance and plan for future improvement. These skills and planning tools are transferable into improving performance in any subject area or aspect of wider life. The course is well suited to all those who love being active and are interested in practical performance!
How will I learn?
Lessons are predominantly practical in nature on a range of different activities. There are various opportunities for learners to work independently and as part of a team to be successful. Learners are also often responsible for leading their own learning through planning their own personal development.
The practical element of this course is underpinned by some theory periods which are sometimes based in the classroom, although we do constantly try to incorporate as much practical experiential learning as possible.
What topics will I learn?
- More in-depth knowledge of how to develop your practical performance in a range of activities
- Different approaches to improve your general health, fitness and wellbeing
- How your body works during different movements and how it reacts as you exercise
- Lots of opportunities to practice improving your performance in your favourite activities
As part of the BGE, your S3 personalisation will help build the knowledge and skills required for a successful senior phase. Completing the S3 Improving Performance course will enable learners to make a seamless progression into N4 Physical Education or N5 Physical Education in the Senior Phase. This is done through gaining knowledge and understanding of a wide range of topics and also improving your practical performance abilities.
What skills are developed?
- Communication and interpersonal skills for positive life relationships
- Self-evaluation skills to identify personal strengths and weaknesses
- Planning, preparing and organisational skills
- Demonstrating appropriate etiquette and respect for others
- Course content raises awareness and studies strategies to enhance overall Physical Wellbeing, which can have positive knock-on effects to Social, Emotional and Mental wellbeing
How will I be assessed?
We have two assessment pieces
- Practical Performance—in an activity of your choice (30 marks)
- S3 Theory Exam (70 marks)
What might this help me with when I leave school?
Completing this course will help lay a foundation of knowledge for various sporting and health related courses through college and university, and also build the skills and knowledge for many careers both in the health and fitness industry and sports natured careers.
