13PED

13PED - Physical Education NCEA Level 3

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr K. Taylor.

13PED - Physical Education NCEA Level 3

Aims of the Course:


NCEA Physical Education is an exciting course which incorporates both theoretical and practical aspects designed to develop a well-rounded understanding of physical activity and health. Expanding on from NCEA level 2 Physical Education, learners are further encouraged to think critically and problem solve. Practical application of knowledge, skill development, team-work, collaboration and learning to take personal responsibility are key requirements of the course. NCEA Physical Education offers assessment flexibility and allows for various assessment methods including written examinations, practical assessments and presentations. 


Topics: 


  • 3.1 (4 credits) - Evaluate physical activity experiences and devise strategies for lifelong wellbeing

  • 3.2 (3 credits) - Analyse a physical skill performed by self and others 

  • 3.3 (4 credits) - Evaluate the effectiveness of a performance programme 

  • 3.4 (4 credits) - Perform a physical activity in an applied setting (x3)

  • 3.5 (4 credits) - Examine a current physical activity event, trend or issue and its impact on NZ society


Other, eg. Field trips, Curriculum Enrichment


Practical assessment involves a fun, exciting and challenging external trip to compete in the famous Tough Guy event. NCEA Physical Education is largely a literacy-based subject, requires a solid foundation associated with written comprehension and helps to prepare learners for university. 

Pathway

Scholarship
To be discussed with the teacher.

Course Skills

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 19 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91498 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.1 - Evaluate physical activity experiences to devise strategies for lifelong well-being
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91499 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.2 - Analyse a physical skill performed by self or others
3
3
3
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91500 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.3 - Evaluate the effectiveness of a performance improvement programme
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91501 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.4 - Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91502 v2
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.5 - Examine a current physical activity event, trend, or issue and its impact on New Zealand society
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 19
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 8
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 19

Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.

Disclaimer

Every effort will be made to give students their preferred choice in subjects. However, all courses are subject to availibility of staff and student numbers.