2PED

Level 2 Physical Education

Course Description

In Level 2 Physical Education, students explore physical, psychological and social influences on performance and develop their understanding of physical activity and sport. They explore these concepts through both practical experience and theoretical settings, covering a range of topics. This course is made up of a combination of both practical and classroom based learning.

Learning Opportunities

In this course you will need to:

Develop these skills:Explore this content:
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Biophysical principles related to the learning of physical skills.
  • Leadership.
  • Performing a physical skill in an applied setting.
  • Developing a growth mindset.
  • Socio-ecological perspective of a sporting event, physical activity or festival.
  • Effective communication. 
  • Leadership strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of a group.
  • Collaboration.

  • Citizenship.

  • Movement skills in a range of contexts.

  • Analysis of body movements and skill learning.


Resources Required

PE gear appropriate for physical activity, book, whistle.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 16
Internal Assessed Credits: 16
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91329 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the application of biophysical principles to training for physical activity


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91330 v3
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.4 - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91331 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.5 - Examine the significance for self, others and society of a sporting event, a physical activity, or a festival


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91332 v2
NZQA Info

Physical Education 2.6 - Evaluate leadership strategies that contribute to the effective functioning of a group


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 16
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0