**Lesson Plan for Physical and Health Education**
**Senior Secondary 1**
**Topic: Racket Games – Badminton**
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**Lesson Title:** Introduction to Badminton
**Duration:** 90 minutes
**Learning Objectives:**
1. Students will understand the basic rules and scoring system of badminton.
2. Students will learn and demonstrate fundamental badminton skills, including serving, forehand and backhand strokes.
3. Students will develop an appreciation for the physical and health benefits of playing badminton.
**Materials Needed:**
- Badminton rackets
- Shuttlecocks
- Badminton net
- Cones for boundary markers
- Whistle
- Whiteboard and markers
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**Activity Breakdown:**
**1. Warm-Up and Stretching (10 minutes):**
- General warm-up: Jogging around the gym or court for 3 minutes.
- Dynamic stretches: Arm circles, leg swings, wrist and shoulder rotations.
- Static stretches: Hamstring stretch, quad stretch, calf stretch.
**2. Introduction to Badminton (5 minutes):**
- Brief overview of the game of badminton.
- Explain the basic rules and objective of the game (use of the whiteboard for visual aids).
- Highlight the importance of warm-up and stretching before playing.
**3. Demonstration and Practice of Basic Skills (25 minutes):**
- **Serving:**
- Demonstrate the correct grip, stance, and serving technique.
- Students practice underhand and overhand serves in pairs, with feedback from the teacher.
- **Forehand Stroke:**
- Demonstrate the correct forehand stroke technique.
- Students practice forehand shots against the wall or with a partner.
- **Backhand Stroke:**
- Demonstrate the correct backhand stroke technique.
- Students practice backhand shots against the wall or with a partner.
**4. Basic Footwork (10 minutes):**
- Demonstrate basic footwork patterns essential for effective movement on the court.
- Set up cones for students to practice moving quickly and efficiently with proper footwork.
**5. Drills and Practice Games (30 minutes):**
- Set up mini-courts for singles or doubles practice matches.
- Encourage students to apply skills learned in practice games.
- Provide continuous feedback and identify areas for improvement.
**6. Cool Down and Stretching (5 minutes):**
- Gentle jogging or walking to lower heart rate.
- Static stretches focusing on muscles engaged during the game (shoulders, wrists, legs).
**7. Review and Homework Assignment (5 minutes):**
- Recap the key points and skills learned.
- Assign students to watch a professional badminton match and note down strategies they observe.
- Encourage students to practice the basic skills at home or with friends.
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**Assessment:**
- Observation of skill development during drills and practice games.
- Participation and enthusiasm during the lesson.
- Homework assignment review in the next class.
**Teacher’s Reflection:**
- Note students' progress and areas needing improvement.
- Adjust future lesson plans based on observation and feedback.
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**End of Lesson:**
This structured approach will ensure that students grasp the fundamentals of badminton while promoting the importance of physical activity and teamwork.