Physical Activity for Healthy Living

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.2.1.LI.3 - Apply the concept of physical activity in everyday life

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least three everyday activities they perform that count as physical activity and classify each as light, moderate, or vigorous.
Design a one-day personal physical activity plan for a typical school day that includes at least three different types of movement.
Compare and contrast the physical activity levels of two common Ghanaian occupations (e.g., a market trader and a bank teller) and justify which one needs to be more intentional about exercise.
Create a simple portfolio entry that documents their physical activities over two days, including the type, duration, and intensity of each activity.
Explain how small changes to daily routines (like taking the stairs or walking to the shop) can improve health outcomes for themselves and their family members.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Physical Education (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Physical Activity for Healthy Living (2.1)
Content standard: 1.2.1.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of physical activity and principles for healthy living 1.2.1.LO.1 Apply physical activity concepts to improve health outcomes
Indicator: 1.2.1.LI.3 - Apply the concept of physical activity in everyday life
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 15 (Week 15 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. 35

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Project-Based Learning:
- Develop portfolios to showcase the application of physical activities in everyday life including all manner of physical movements
- Create attractive physical activities that will entice learners to regularly engage in
Assessment (1.2.1.AS.3). 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, phones, projectors
- Portfolio
- Task sheet/assessment reports