Recreational Activities · SHS3 Physical…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 3.1.5.LI.1 - Discuss the different types of recreational activities in Physical Education.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define recreational activities in their own words and distinguish them from obligatory or work-related activities.
Identify and classify at least four types of recreational activities (physical, social, creative, and outdoor) giving a clear example of each.
Explain the rules of at least one selected recreational activity to peers.
Demonstrate through role-play how a selected recreational activity is performed.
Use digital tools to research and present information about a recreational activity of their choice.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Physical Activity and Health (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Recreational Activities (1.5)
Content standard: 3.1.5.CS.1 - Demonstrate an understanding of the importance, benefits and various types of recreational activities and participate in any of them to promote lifelong fitness and well-being. 3.1.5.LO.1 Demonstrate the ability to incorporate recreational activities into daily lives by identifying, stating their benefits and participating in them.
Indicator: 3.1.5.LI.1 - Discuss the different types of recreational activities in Physical Education.
Suggested placement: Semester 2, Week 13 (Week 33 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. 84

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Digital-based Learning: Learners use their digital devices to research the meaning of recreational activities. They prepare a PowerPoint which will be followed by class discussions.
In mixed-ability groups, learners research the different types of recreational activities and create an informative poster on a selected one.
Role-Play: Learners role-play recreational activities where each group demonstrates a selected activity and explains its rules.

Assessment (3.1.5.AS.1): Level 1: Explain recreational activities Level 2: Describe at least three types of recreational activities Level 3: Select one recreational activity, demonstrate how it is performed and explain its rules. Level 4: Select one recreational activity and suggest how it can be modified to make it more interesting.

Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Online resources
- Pictures/charts
- Phones/laptops
- Projectors
- Showing or exhibiting opportunities in Physical Activities and Health.
- Videos
- Textbooks
- Any other relevant materials.
- Any other equipment found in the community fit for purpose