Sheep pen communication challenge as a team
I can utilise problem solving and communication skills to perform as a team and then consider what we could have done differently.
Sheep pen communication challenge as a team
I can utilise problem solving and communication skills to perform as a team and then consider what we could have done differently.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: with arms outstretched in front, the risk of bumping into things is reduced.
- Move: working quickly and efficiently through the tasks can lead to success.
- Think: successful completion of a task requires careful planning and strict following of agreed instructions.
- Feel: trusting in others ensures we don’t walk into obstacles while wearing a blindfold.
- Connect: clear communication requires you to speak in a loud and clear voice, but also to pause and listen to others.
Keywords
Miscommunication - failure to communicate clearly or adequately enough to be properly understood
Instructions - detailed directions or steps provided to guide someone in completing a task
Patience - the ability to stay calm and tolerant while waiting or facing challenges
Common misconception
To win you must be the quickest and race to complete tasks
If we rush communication, we will not properly understand which will lead to mistakes. Even if we finish first, it will be irrelevant if the task is completed incorrectly.
To help you plan your year 7 physical education lesson on: Sheep pen communication challenge as a team, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 7 physical education lesson on: Sheep pen communication challenge as a team, 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.
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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Equipment
Hoops or chalk, cones, bibs, blindfolds or alternatives items to be used as blindfolds, 15 of 4 different items (cones, hoops, bibs could be 3 of the 4).
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - outdoor learning
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
