100 % portfolio - 5000 words based on tasks linked to the learning outcomes and evidence collected from experiences.

Task 1 (addressing LO's 1&4)
Case Study - Discuss a case that presented requiring multiple sports shoes. Reflect on the use of and the design features of sports specific shoes. Present the findings to the group prior to write up.

Task 2 (addressing LO 3)
Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the different fitting techniques used for sports shoes

Task 3 (addressing LO 2)
Document the changes in footwear design and specification and where the future lies.

All tasks must be passed to gain a pass grade for the module

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
Students will be encouraged to identify a participant for the case study prior to contact teaching to allow for engaging discussions whilst presenting, formative feedback will be delivers from academic staff and fellow students prior to writing the case study up in the portfolio.

There is an increase in demand for sports footwear retailers to advance their knowledge in footwear biomechanics as consumers start to question the effects footwear on injury and performance. The provision of the correct footwear is the primary aim of the specialist sports retailer. Demonstrating an understanding of the construction of shoes and how that will influence function will provide the student with the skills to objectively assess consumers in the correct way.
This module will provide the retailer with a graduate learning experience to support advice given to consumers and enhance the services readily available when buying sports footwear.

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (24 hours)
6 hours Formal lectures will be used to pursue particular points of knowledge
12 hours Seminar style discussions will be used to stimulate debate and reflection
6 hours Tutorial and workshop activities will complete the delivery to apply the knowledge gained

Guided Independent Study: (126 hours)
62 hours Portfolio building entails thorough reading around subject areas
32 hours Preparation for case study including researching for the relevant subject and following through the shoe fitting process
32 hours Analysing information, preparation and write up of portfolio

Library access
Access to contemporary journals
Personal Computer
Access to consumers of sports footwear
Discourse with colleagues and fellow students

The university will provide at relevant times:
Access to university library, printing, photocopying and IT services
Tutor support
Help in forming peer support groups
Blackboard

Resources specific to class sessions;
Anatomical models
Presentation tools ( overhead projector PC etc,)
Clinical facilities; couches, biomechanical measuring devices, gait analysis equipment
Video and television equipment

Athletic Footwear and Orthotics in Sports Medicine - Werd M Springer 2009.

Students must be currently involved in the provision of sports footwear to consumers