Completion of sequences and performance
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can perform, evaluate and improve my sequence on the apparatus.
Key learning points
- Move: performing a quality sequence of movements and balances requires flow, control and pointed fingers and toes.
- Think: observing others and making suggestions as to how to improve a sequence demonstrates evaluation and imagination.
- Connect: considering the feelings of others when helping them develop and improve their performance shows empathy.
- Feel: striving to improve your performance and believing in yourself shows courage and will lead to success.
Keywords
Performance - the way you present your sequence in front of an audience, how confident you are, and how smooth your actions are
Evaluate - judging the quality of something you have done or seen
Success - when you consistently practise and improve your performance
Common misconception
Success means performing actions perfectly. Pupils land a jump, and their hands touch the floor.
Success refers to progress relative to a starting point. Any improvements to actions should be viewed as successful. Remind pupils to land with straight backs (not rounded) to help them 'land and stand' when they land a jump.
Teacher tip
Set the apparatus up the same as the last lesson so pupils can perform the sequences they have already practiced. Remind pupils that they do not jump from wall bars or climbing frames, only flat surfaces.
Equipment
15+ floor markers, mats, benches, gymnastic tables, climbing frames or wall bars
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What happens when we practise our sequences?
Q2.What is decision making?
Q3.What does a quality sequence mean?
Q4.What do we show when we help others and consider how they feel?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What makes a good performance?
Q2.How can we improve our sequences?
Q3.What are we doing when we judge the quality of sequences?
Q4.What do we call it when you practice and improve your performance?
To help you plan your 2 physical education lesson on: Completion of sequences and performance, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 2 physical education lesson on: Completion of sequences and performance, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
We use learning cycles to break down learning into key concepts or ideas linked to the learning outcome. Each learning cycle features explanations with checks for understanding and practice tasks with feedback. All of this is found in our slide decks, ready for you to download and edit. The practice tasks are also available as printable worksheets and some lessons have additional materials with extra material you might need for teaching the lesson.
The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
Our video is a tool for planning, showing how other teachers might teach the lesson, offering helpful tips, modelled explanations and inspiration for your own delivery in the classroom.
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