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School:
School of Human and Health Sciences
Credit Rating:
20
Level (including FHEQ):
I (FHEQ Level 5)
Graded or Non Graded:
Graded
Version Valid From:
2024-09-01
Module Leader:
Gareth Mossman
Version Number
2024.02
Learning Methods
Practical Classes and Demonstrations
Supervised Time in Studio/Workshop
Seminar
Lecture
Guided Independent Study
Tutorial and Project Supervision
Synopsis
This module helps you gain the knowledge and practical skills required to effectively coach youth sports across various competition levels. You'll explore key coaching principles, holistic coaching practices, ethical considerations and investigate key challenges in youth sport. You'll also examine how climates created by key social agents, for example coaches,… For more content click the Read More button below.
Learning Strategy
Students will experience a range of learning environments. Lectures will be provided to present relevant theories, policies, and practices in the coaching environment and topics will be examined in further detail through seminars. The application of theory will be delivered through practical lectures, workshops, guest speakers and visits to schools,… For more content click the Read More button below.
Outline Syllabus
Coaching practiceDeveloping a coaching climate (e.g., autonomy-supportive, motivational)Advanced coaching methods (e.g., video analysis)Coaching life skills through sportCoaching in unique environments (e.g., youth offending etc)Training cycles and developing programmesEthical issues in youth sportSocial agents and impact on youth sportUnderstanding challenges to youth sport coaching
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Plan and deliver a high-quality sports coaching session
2.
Apply the skills and qualities of an effective coach to improve athlete performance
3.
Demonstrate a theoretical underpinning to coaching proficiency and coaching analysis
4.
Show effective interpersonal skills within a sports coaching environment
Formative Assessment
Assessment 1: Other
Assessment 2: Practical skills assessment
Summative Assessment
Assessment 1: Written Assignment
Assessment 2: Practical Skills Assessment
Assessment Criteria
The School generic grading criteria and the learning outcomes will apply.The expectation is that text based assessment tasks will be submitted via Turnitin®.
The School generic grading criteria and the learning outcomes will apply.
The expectation is that text based assessment tasks will be submitted via Turnitin®.