Matching and mirroring sequences: group performance
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can make final enhancements to my sequence, performing a variety of movements as a group, ensuring fluidity and accurate timing throughout.
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.
Teacher tip
Groups of 5 will work fine if there is an odd number in the class. Some pupils may also take over all the decisions that are made in the group therefore try to ensure that all voices within the group are listened to.
Equipment
1 mat between two, 4 benches, 4 gymnastics tables, wallbars
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Matching and mirroring movements should be performed with extension. What else should they be?
Q2.When working with others and sharing ideas, what should we always try to do?
Q3.What are we showing if we aim to ensure our performance is of the highest quality?
Q4.What aspects of our sequences will improve if we carefully plan each movement?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.When communicating feedback to our group members, what should we always show?
Q2.What can you do as a group to improve the timing and flow of your sequence?
Q3.What skill do we need when deciding which movements to choose to include in our final sequence?
Q4.If someone in your group cannot perform a movement in your sequence, what should you do?
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To help you plan your 6 physical education lesson on: Matching and mirroring sequences: group 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.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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