SHS2 Physical Education Health Elective · Semester 2 Week 1: Scientific Bases of Physical Activity

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.2.3.LI.1 - Discuss biomechanical principles in physical activity.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define biomechanics and explain its relevance to physical activity and sports performance.
Identify and describe at least four key biomechanical principles, including force, motion, leverage, and stability.
Classify the three planes of motion and give a physical activity example for each plane.
Discuss how the application of biomechanical principles can improve performance and reduce the risk of injury in physical activities.
Work collaboratively in groups to research and present findings on a selected biomechanical principle, demonstrating leadership and communication skills.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Physical Education (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Scientific Bases of Physical Activity (2.3)
Content standard: 2.2.3.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge, understanding and application of biomechanical principles in physical activity 2.2.3.LO.1 Discuss and apply biomechanical principles in physical activity
Indicator: 2.2.3.LI.1 - Discuss biomechanical principles in physical activity.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 1 (Week 21 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 75

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Talk for Learning (TFL): Use questions to engage learners in small groups to discuss concepts of anatomy and physiology and lead make presentations.
In small groups, learners research on biomechanical principles in physical activity and share them with the class.
Assessment (2.2.3.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Charts/pictures of professionals
- Coursebooks
- Videos
- ICT tools, e.g., Laptops, cell phones, projectors, etc.