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- Year 7
Analysing performance and working more effectively as a team
I can observe and understand batting, bowling and fielding techniques, suggesting ways to improve and making them more effective.
- Year 7
Analysing performance and working more effectively as a team
I can observe and understand batting, bowling and fielding techniques, suggesting ways to improve and making them more effective.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: fielders backup the post that teammates are most likely to throw the ball towards to prevent a misfield.
- Think: positive language is used to provide feedback to others due to the impact on their self-esteem and motivation.
- Thick: tactics are applied to work more effectively as a team when both batting and fielding.
- Feel: look for the positive in situations, dwelling on mistakes results in reduced self-esteem.
- Connect: compassion when working with each other is demonstrated by focusing on what's effective more than the mistakes.
Keywords
Tactics - the planned actions or strategies used by players or teams to gain an advantage and perform better in the game
Back up - having a teammate ready to support another player in case they miss or drop the ball
Analyse - examine something in detail in order to explain and or interpret it
Common misconception
Pupils often make slow decisions when covering each other due to lack of confidence. They also panic when they are under pressure in a game situation.
Encourage quick and clear communication using captains and coaches to help players make good decisions.
To help you plan your year 7 physical education lesson on: Analysing performance and working more effectively 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: Analysing performance and working more effectively as a team, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
4-5 rounders balls (or alternative), bases, stumps or alternative for 2 pitches
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
