Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - JHS 1

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Performance objectives

• Define movement concepts like space, dynamics, and relationships.
• Explain principles like specificity, adaptation, and progression.
• Apply these concepts to basic athletic skills.
• Create a simple, inclusive competition plan.
• Record and reflect on your physical activity in a journal.

Lesson summary

Organised sports and physical activity participation means taking part in planned physical activities (like school athletics, inter-house sports, community fun runs, football, netball, aerobics) with rules, roles, and goals. In Ghana, organised sports help learners build fitness, discipline, teamwork, confidence, and healthy lifestyles. It also prepares learners for school competitions and community events while teaching safe movement and fair play.

Lesson notes

A. Meaning of Organised Sports and Physical Activity Participation Organised sports are structured physical activities with: Rules (e.g., stay in your lane, no false start) Officials/roles (timekeeper, starter, judge) Equipment (baton, cones, tape measure) Competition or goals (best time, longest jump, team points) Safety procedures (warm-up, clear runway, hydration)

Physical activity participation is taking part actively and regularly, not only watching. It includes training sessions, PE lessons, after-school clubs, and community sports.

B. Movement Concepts in Athletics Movement concepts help learners understand *how* to move effectively. 1) Space (Where you move) Personal space: space around your body (arm swing while sprinting). General space: shared space (track, field). Pathways: straight (sprint), curved (running around a bend), zigzag (drills). Levels: low (crouch start), medium (jog), high (jump take-off).

Example (Ghanaian school context): During a 60 m sprint on the school field, learners must keep space by staying in their “lane” marked with chalk or cones to avoid collision. 2) Dynamics (How you move: force, speed, control) Speed: fast sprint vs steady jog. Force: strong push-off at start; controlled force at landing. Balance/control: stable body posture; avoid wobbling. Rhythm: consistent steps and breathing.

Evaluation guide

• Apply movement concepts (space, dynamics, relationship, etc.), principles
• (specificity, adaptation, progression, etc.) and strategies in learning
• beginning level athletics based on individual adaptation and pacing.
• Use adapted rules and equipment to foster inclusion.