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This course examines and applies practical coach pedagogy (learning theories and instructional models) to the sport environment. The course also extends pedagogical knowledge and application of the principles of motor skill learning from Coaching and Learning 1.
This course examines and applies practical sport coach pedagogy (learning theories and instructional models) to the sport environment. The course also extends pedagogical knowledge and application of the principles of motor skills’ learning from Coaching and Learning 1. Coaching can be considered as teaching in a specialist environment. It is essential that the practitioner demonstrates knowledge of the theories, principles and practice of teaching and learning, including motor learning. Students should continue to develop and refine their coaching skills and broaden their practical understanding and application of coaching models.
By the end of the course, students will be able to:Critique various coaching philosophies and articulate a personal coaching philosophyAnalyze and implement a variety of teaching / coaching instructional models, [this may include; Games Models (TGFU, Game Sense, Tactical Games), Personalized Systems of Instruction, Cooperative Learning, and Peer Teaching]Understand and apply Hellison’s Social Responsibility ModelUnderstand and apply the Information Processing Model as it applies to sport coachingDemonstrate an ability to plan a series of progressive sessions for a specific sport.Demonstrate an understanding of and critically analyze theoretical positions of learning in relation to teaching/coaching modelsExplain and apply teaching/coaching strategiesDemonstrate an understanding of Practice Theory and Transfer of Learning TheoryDiscuss factors that contribute to a positive team environment / cultureDemonstrate the ability to include mental skills in coaching practiceUnderstand and apply Reflective PracticeExplain and reflect on various legal responsibilities of coaches
EDSP123 at B grade or better
Glenn Fyall
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Domestic fee $625.00
International fee $2,535.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see School of Sport and Physical Education .