Performance and self-reflection
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can create a sequence that combines a variety of jumps performed on apparatus with changes in level, direction, canon and unison, as well as group balances, and reflect on ways to improve.
Key learning points
- Move: high quality performances require consistency in flow, extension, control and how still the balances are held.
- Think: thinking about the quality of the sequence and how to make improvements where necessary requires reflection.
- Connect: reflecting on our group sequence and making necessary developments requires trust and communication.
- Feel: striving to produce the best sequence we are capable of demonstrates integrity and a commitment to learning.
Keywords
Reflection - to look at something carefully and decide how good it is
Group - a collection of people who are connected
Performance - the execution or display of a series of actions
Common misconception
Pupils may not contribute to reflections as a group as they may lack confidence to speak up in front of others. Pupils may lose flow in their sequence when they add balances.
Encourage every pupil to contribute in group reflection tasks and consider ways in which everyone can give feedback. Pupils should think carefully about how they will get into and out of their balances to maintain flow throughout the sequence.
Teacher tip
The apparatus list is just a guide. You can use other apparatus that you have available. Think of different ways in which pupils could feedback in a lesson, for example, using mini whiteboards or having discussions in smaller groups.
Equipment
1 mat between 2, 4 benches, 4 agility tables, wallbars
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is it called when we link together movements and balances?
Q2.What helps us when trying to create a high quality group sequence with flow?
Q3.Which of the following skills helps us to perform our sequence with accurate timing as a group?
Q4.What should our sequences have throughout to ensure a high quality performance?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which of the following is most important when performing a balance?
Q2.When you look at something carefully to decide how good it is, what skill are you showing?
Q3.When you perform a group balance, what should everyone in the group be?
Q4.If we show a commitment to learning by always striving to produce our best work, we are demonstrating ...
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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