Matching and mirroring sequences: group performance
I can make final enhancements to my sequence, performing a variety of movements as a group, ensuring fluidity and accurate timing throughout.
Matching and mirroring sequences: group performance
I can make final enhancements to my sequence, performing a variety of movements as a group, ensuring fluidity and accurate timing throughout.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: high quality sequences require consistent flow, accurate timing and high quality movements from start to finish.
- Think: designing a group sequence on apparatus requires careful planning, which shows flow and accurate timing.
- Think: deciding which movements to perform as a group requires analysing a variety of options.
- Connect: communicating feedback to our group members with respect will help the development of the sequence.
- Feel: showing determination to improve our sequence demonstrates self-motivation to strive for our best performance.
Keywords
Improve - to get better at something
Group - a team of pupils working together
Performance - the execution or display of a series of actions
Common misconception
There may be issues with group dynamics as pupils have to negotiate which movements they will use when working in bigger groups. Not all pupils in the group may be able to perform the movements.
Pupils may have to delegate a leader or be encouraged to listen to each other when working in bigger groups. Pupils may have to consider adapting their sequences when working with bigger groups.
To help you plan your year 6 physical education lesson on: Matching and mirroring sequences: group performance, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 6 physical education lesson on: Matching and mirroring sequences: group performance, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
1 mat between two, 4 benches, 4 gymnastics tables, wallbars
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
