### Lesson Plan for Physical and Health Education
#### Class: Senior Secondary 2
#### Topic: Track and Field Events - Throwing Event (Discus)
#### Duration: 70 minutes
#### Objectives:
1. **Cognitive**: Students will understand the rules, techniques, and safety measures related to the discus throw.
2. **Psychomotor**: Students will demonstrate proper discus throwing techniques and correct body positioning.
3. **Affective**: Students will appreciate the importance of physical fitness and sportsmanship in track and field events.
#### Materials Needed:
- Discus (appropriate weight for Senior Secondary 2 students)
- Cones or markers
- Measuring tape
- Chalk or field paint
- Whiteboard/markers
- Handouts on discus rules and techniques
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### Lesson Procedure:
#### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Roll Call (2 minutes)**:
- Start with a warm welcome and take attendance.
2. **Introduction to Topic (3 minutes)**:
- Briefly introduce track and field events and today's focus on the discus throw.
3. **Objectives Outline (2 minutes)**:
- Inform the students of the lesson's objectives.
4. **Safety Precautions (3 minutes)**:
- Emphasize safety measures when handling and throwing the discus.
#### Warm-up (10 minutes)
1. **General Warm-up (5 minutes)**:
- Light jogging around the field
- Dynamic stretches focusing on the shoulders, arms, and core.
2. **Specific Warm-up (5 minutes)**:
- Arm circles, torso twists, walking lunges.
#### Main Activity (40 minutes)
1. **Explanation and Demonstration (10 minutes)**:
- Discuss the history of discus throw briefly.
- Explain the rules and techniques using a whiteboard illustration.
- Demonstrate the proper grip, stance, wind-up, and release.
2. **Skill Practice (30 minutes)**:
- **Step-by-Step Practice (15 minutes)**:
- Break down the technique into smaller parts:
- Stance and grip practice without the discus.
- Wind-up practice using lighter practice discs or even a ball.
- Supervise practice emphasizing safety and technique.
- **Full Execution (15 minutes)**:
- Allow students to practice full throws in a controlled setting.
- Arrange students in small groups ensuring everyone gets enough turns.
- Observe and provide individualized feedback.
#### Cool-down (5 minutes)
1. **General Cool-down (3 minutes)**:
- Slow jogging or walking around the field.
2. **Static Stretching (2 minutes)**:
- Stretches focused on the arms, shoulders, and back.
#### Closure (5 minutes)
1. **Review and Q&A (3 minutes)**:
- Recap the key points of the lesson.
- Address any questions or concerns.
2. **Feedback (2 minutes)**:
- Quick feedback session on what they learned and enjoyed.
- Remind students of the importance of practice and consistent effort.
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### Assessment:
1. **Formative**: Observe and give feedback during practice to ensure students are mastering the technique.
2. **Summative**: At the end of the unit on throwing events, conduct a mini-competition or skills test.
### Homework/Extension:
- **Homework**: Assign a brief research task on one famous discus thrower, including their achievements and challenges.
- **Physical Practice**: Encourage students to practice throwing at home using safe materials (e.g., a softball) while adhering to safety guidelines.
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### Additional Notes:
- Ensure all students are actively engaged and participate safely.
- Adapt techniques and coaching according to student abilities and advancements.
- Foster a spirit of sportsmanship and teamwork throughout the lesson.
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***End of Lesson Plan***