Module Descriptors
TEAM GAMES
SPOR40410
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Christopher Lee
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 24
Independent Study Hours: 126
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • CLASS-TEST weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Resources
Appropriately and adequately equipped lecture theatre (with video facilities)
Appropriately and adequately equipped team games facilities.
Appropriately and adequately stocked library facilities.
Adequate supply of videos.
Module Texts
Biscombe, T. & Drewett, P. (1998) 'Rugby: Steps to Success'. Human Kinetics. ISBN: 0-88011-509-2
Rees, R. & van der Meer, C. (1997) 'Coaching Soccer Successfully'. Human Kinetics. ISBN: 0087322-444-2
Wootten, M. (1992) 'Coaching Basketball Successfully' Human Kinetics. ISBN: 0-88011-446-0
Module Learning Strategies
12 x 1 hour tutor-led lecture programme.
12 x 1 hour tutor-led practical sessions.
12 hours tutor-directed independent study.
114 hours student-led independent study.
Module Indicative Content
The module aims to proved students with an introduction to "principles of play" in team games, such as balance in defence, penetration in attack. The applicationss of these principles in a variety of team games will be considered. The laws of team games will be considered and the different approaches to officiating considered. The structure of the various governing bodies and the various qualifications available in team games will be described. The application of the principles of coaching and teaching will be applied in the team games setting.
Module Additional Assessment Details
Students will be required to complete 1 piece of summative assessment:
Analysis of selected team games situations. (Assesses LOs 1 & 2)

Students will be provided with formative assessment and feedback via:
Opportunities to practice observing and analysing from videos (in lectures) and during practical sessions.