Module Descriptors
INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING AND COACHING IN SPORT
SPOR40370
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Christopher Lee
Email: C.G.Lee@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- COACHING PRACTICAL weighted at 50%
- COACHING EVALUATION weighted at 50%
Module Details
Module Resources
Appropriately and adequately equipped lecture theatre (with video facilities)
Appropriately and adequately equipped facilities for the chosen practical activity (typically Astroturf pitch)
Appropriately and adequately stocked library facilities
Adequate supply of relevant video materials
Internet access sufficient to access blackboard
Appropriately and adequately equipped facilities for the chosen practical activity (typically Astroturf pitch)
Appropriately and adequately stocked library facilities
Adequate supply of relevant video materials
Internet access sufficient to access blackboard
Module Learning Strategies
Contact Hours: (24)
12 x 1 hour tutor-led lecture programme
12 x 1 hour tutor and student led practical sessions
Independent Study Hours: (126)
18 hours tutor-directed independent study
48 hours student-led independent study into research and reading around topics covered
15 hours observing experienced coaches in sport(s)of your choice
15 hours assisting an experienced coach in a sport of your choice
30 hours student-led independent study into assessment preparation
12 x 1 hour tutor-led lecture programme
12 x 1 hour tutor and student led practical sessions
Independent Study Hours: (126)
18 hours tutor-directed independent study
48 hours student-led independent study into research and reading around topics covered
15 hours observing experienced coaches in sport(s)of your choice
15 hours assisting an experienced coach in a sport of your choice
30 hours student-led independent study into assessment preparation
Module Indicative Content
The module aims to provide students with an introduction to the coaching and teaching process and the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills in coaching and teaching groups and individuals. Principles of effective planning, organising and conducting coaching sessions will be covered and introduced in lectures and developed in practical sessions.
In addition, students will be introduced to risk management issues that affect coaches and coaching
sessions.
In addition, students will be introduced to risk management issues that affect coaches and coaching
sessions.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Students will be required to complete 2 pieces of summative assessment:
1. Conduct and evaluate a short coaching practical. The conduct of a short (eg 10 minute) coaching
session to a small group will assess LOs 1 & 2.
2. A 1000 word written evaluation of the session will enable students to demonstrate LOs 1 and 3.
Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment:
Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback via opportunities to practice observing and analysing coaching sessions from video (in lectures) and during practical sessions.
1. Conduct and evaluate a short coaching practical. The conduct of a short (eg 10 minute) coaching
session to a small group will assess LOs 1 & 2.
2. A 1000 word written evaluation of the session will enable students to demonstrate LOs 1 and 3.
Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment:
Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback via opportunities to practice observing and analysing coaching sessions from video (in lectures) and during practical sessions.
Module Texts
Kidman, L. & Hanrahan, S. (2004). The Coaching Process: A Practical guide to improving your
effectiveness (2nd ed.). Palmeston North: Dunmore Press
Martens, R. (2004). Successful coaching (3rd ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics
effectiveness (2nd ed.). Palmeston North: Dunmore Press
Martens, R. (2004). Successful coaching (3rd ed.). Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics