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Lesson 9 of 12
  • Year 10

River crossing with a casualty

I can solve a series of increasingly complex and physically challenging problems.

Lesson 9 of 12
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  • Year 10

River crossing with a casualty

I can solve a series of increasingly complex and physically challenging problems.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Move: carrying heavy objects effectively requires keeping them close to your body to avoid strain on the back.
  2. Think: explaining your rationale to the team allows informed decisions to be taken on the chosen strategy.
  3. Feel: determination is required to resolve more complex problems.
  4. Connect: encouraging a teammate to share an idea that resolves a problem builds deeper connections.

Keywords

  • Communication - clearly sharing ideas, information and strategies among team members

  • Problem analysis - breaking down the problem to understand it better and identify solutions

  • Conflict resolution - addressing and resolving disagreements to maintain team harmony

Common misconception

A simple or fast resolution is not always the best resolution.

Sometimes deeper thinking is required to prevent further problems arising as a result of your actions.


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While teams/ individuals work out the best options, try to leave them to do so, as this helps to build their problem solving, communication and conflict resolution skills. Offer advice/guidance when and where necessary.
Teacher tip

Equipment

8 badminton posts, barrier tape, selection of large, small & medium sports kit, benches, vaults & other obstacles.

Content guidance

  • Risk assessment required - outdoor learning
  • Risk assessment required - physical activity

Supervision

Adult supervision required

Licence

This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

Prior knowledge starter quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
When working with others, what will enable us to develop a sense of shared adventure?

good planning
assigning a leader
Correct answer: collaboration

Q2.
To keep safe, what must we be mindful of when planning our walking route?

being winners
Correct answer: any hazards
where to eat

Q3.
To ensure we are fully present, what must we ignore?

Correct answer: distractions
our environment
team mates

Q4.
What does active listening allow us to do when working with others?

sing songs
argue well
Correct answer: agree on ideas

Assessment exit quiz

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4 Questions

Q1.
Is a simple and fast resolution always the best resolution?

Correct Answer: no

Q2.
What can teams use to address and resolve disagreements?

conflict analysis
Correct answer: conflict resolution
conflict enactment

Q3.
What key skill helps to break down a problem to understand it better and identify solutions?

conflict analysis
problematic conflict
Correct answer: problem analysis

Q4.
What personal quality is required to resolve more complex problems?

Correct answer: determination
impatience
manipulation