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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Sport Coaching Theory and Practice 2
Reference HS4121 Version 1
Created October 2017 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved February 2018 SCQF Points 15
Amended ECTS Points 7.5

Aims of Module
The module aims to develop students critical understanding towards coaching pedagogy via introducing a range of perspectives grounded in non-linear and complex approaches to athlete-centred coaching.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Evaluate the effectiveness of constructivist and ecological pedagogy within a sports coaching context.
2 Critically evaluate relevant literature in a domain of sport coaching in relation to the development of talent.
3 Justify and apply the effective use of contemporary pedagogical approaches in sport coaching.
4 Critically discuss the design and management of learning experiences for coaching an individual or group.

Indicative Module Content
Non-linear pedagogy, questioning for learning, constructivist coaching, complex learning design, ecological dynamics, constraint-led learning, games-based learning approaches, managing the complex coaching context.

Module Delivery
Coaching practicals, tutorials, seminars, student workshops with support from directed and private study.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 36 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 114 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours N/A N/A
TOTAL 150 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body    

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Practical Exam Weighting: 100% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: 20-minute coaching session with ongoing continuous assessment throughout.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
One component of assessment. Grade gained from assessment will determine overall module grade.
Module Grade Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade:
A A
B B
C C
D D
E E
F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Successful completion of Stage 3 BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching, or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 JONES, R.L. ed., 2006. The sports coach as educator: Re-conceptualising sports coaching. London: Routledge.
2 CASSIDY, T.G., JONES, R.L. and POTRAC, P., 2008. Understanding sports coaching: The social, cultural and pedagogical foundations of coaching practice. London: Routledge.
3 ARMOUR, K., 2013. Sport pedagogy: An introduction for teaching and coaching. London: Routledge.
4 RINK, J., 2010. Teaching physical education for learning. New York: McGraw-Hill Higher Education.


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