Course coordinator
Dr Michalis Stylianou
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Education School
This course introduces the Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education (F-10) to non-HPE specialists. Integral to Health and Physical Education is the acquisition of movement skills, concepts and strategies that enable students to participate in a range of physical activities confidently and competently. This course aims to develop primary generalist pre-service teachers'
confidence and competence in a range of approaches to teaching and learning physical activity in order to better position them to facilitate physical activity experiences in their schools. It includes lectures, workshops, independent tasks and a low intensity practical physical activity component. Full attendance and participation in all learning activities is expected.
Course requirements
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
EDUC3702
Restrictions
Entry to the BEd (Primary) and the BEd (Primary) (Honours) programs
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Michalis Stylianou
Guest lecturer
Mr Paul Treschman
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Timetables are available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to develop primary generalist pre-service teachers’ confidence and competence in a range of approaches to teaching and learning physical activity in order to better position them to facilitate physical activity experiences in schools.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Demonstrate an understanding and application of the Australian Curriculum: HPE and relevant policy documents (APSTs 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2)
LO2.
Develop skills and strategies to design and deliver educative health and physical activity experiences for students in schools (APSTs 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 4.1, 4.2, 5.2)
LO3.
Identify health and safety considerations associated with supporting students' participation in physical activity at school (APSTs 1.1, 2.1, 4.4)
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essay/ Critique | Physical Activity Biography & Attitudes towards Physical Activity Facilitation | 40% 1500 - 2000 words |
28/03/2025 2:00 pm |
| Essay/ Critique, Practical/ Demonstration |
Planning, Facilitating, & Reviewing a PA Session
|
60% Part A (lesson plan) = 3 pages max; Part C (Review): 2-3 pages |
9/05/2025 - 22/05/2025
This assessment task includes three parts: A. Session plan and risk assessment - due May 9, 2 pm. B. Facilitating a physical activity session - taking place May 15 or 22 during lecture or tutorial time. C. Reviewing a physical activity session - taking place May 15 or 22 during lecture or tutorial time. |
Assessment details
Physical Activity Biography & Attitudes towards Physical Activity Facilitation
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique
- Weight
- 40% 1500 - 2000 words
- Due date
28/03/2025 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03
Task description
This is an individual assessment task that requires students to justify how their physical activity biography has influenced their attitudes towards physical activity facilitation. Full details regarding this assessment task are available on Blackboard.
Submission guidelines
This assessment task will be submitted via Turnitin.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Late submission
A penalty of 1 grade for each 24 hour period from time submission is due will apply for up to 7 days. After 7 days you will receive a mark of 0.
Planning, Facilitating, & Reviewing a PA Session
- In-person
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance, Written
- Category
- Essay/ Critique, Practical/ Demonstration
- Weight
- 60% Part A (lesson plan) = 3 pages max; Part C (Review): 2-3 pages
- Due date
9/05/2025 - 22/05/2025
This assessment task includes three parts:
A. Session plan and risk assessment - due May 9, 2 pm.
B. Facilitating a physical activity session - taking place May 15 or 22 during lecture or tutorial time.
C. Reviewing a physical activity session - taking place May 15 or 22 during lecture or tutorial time.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
This assessment task includes three parts:
A. Planning a physical activity session (session plan and risk assessment) (group task; 20%) - due May 9, 2 pm.
B. Facilitating a physical activity session (group task; 25%) - taking place May 15 or 22 during lecture or tutorial time.
- Part B will not be recorded. There will be two markers present for the facilitation performances (i.e., peer teaching), both of whom will capture detailed notes and moderate the task, in lieu of recording.
C. Reviewing a physical activity session (individual task; 15%) - taking place May 15 or 22 during lecture or tutorial time.
Full details regarding this assessment task are available on Blackboard.
Submission guidelines
Task A to be submitted via Turnitin.
Task B occurs during class time.
Task C occurs during class time and submitted in hard copy.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 28 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Extension requests for Parts A, B and C must be submitted separately via myRequests via the UQ system. Discuss the possibility for extension for Parts B and C with the course coordinator. Parts B and C occur on specific days during class time.
Late submission
A penalty of 1 grade for each 24 hour period from time submission is due will apply for up to 7 days. After 7 days you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 1 - 24 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 25 - 44 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 45 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
Final grades will be determined by adding up the marks from assessment tasks and will be awarded in the form of 7 (85% +); 6 (75% - 84%); 5 (65% - 74%); 4 (50% - 64%), 3 (45% - 49%); 2 (25% - 44%); 1 (1% - 24%).
Total percentage marks will be rounded to the nearest whole number (e.g., 64.50 and above will be rounded to 65; 64.49 and below will be rounded down to 64).
Examples:
- Student A: AT1 = 30 / 40 and AT2 = 34.5 / 60; total marks = 64.5 / 100, which is rounded to 65; final grade = 5.
- Student B: AT1 = 35 / 40 and AT2 = 49.2 / 60; total marks = 84.2 / 100, which is rounded to 84; final grade = 6.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
The following applies to all assessments in this course:
Marking criteria and/or marking rubrics are available in the 'Assessment' folder in Blackboard for this course.
Release of assessment item marks and feedback
In addition to the grade awarded, feedback will be provided in a timely manner to enable students to apply the feedback to further tasks within the course or program and/or plan for supplementary assessment, requests for re-mark, or re-enrolment. However, as per UQ Policy and Procedures Library under the Assessment Procedure, results for the final assessment item are to be released only after the final grade for the course has been released. Time frames for applications for assessment re-mark are indicated under the Assessment Procedure.
Re-mark policy
After each assessable item, students will be given the opportunity to view their assessment and so satisfy themselves that a marking or administrative error has not occurred. The formal process of querying a course result (requesting a remark on academic grounds) is set out in the UQ Policy and Procedures Library under the Assessment Procedure.
Use of AI/MT to support or inform assessment
This task has been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex. Whilst students may use AI and/or MT technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will require students to critically engage in specific contexts and tasks for which artificial intelligence will provide only limited support and guidance. A failure to reference generative AI or MT use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct. To pass this assessment, students will be required to demonstrate detailed comprehension of their written submission independent of AI and MT tools.
Turnitin Submissions
What is TurnitIn?
Turnitin is an electronic assignment submission tool. The tool provides your Course Coordinator with a record of the exact submission time of an assignment and an originality report indicating the percentage of your work that is an exact match of existing materials within the Turnitin database. Instructions on how to submit an assignment using Turnitin are located on the UQ Library website Submit your Turnitin assignment - Library Guide . Note:
- When submitting, to check that you have chosen the correct file on the Preview Submission page and click on the Submit to Turnitin button. ﾠ
- Remember to download your digital receipt in your Assignment inbox to confirm successful submission.
- If a submission cannot be successfully completed, email a copy of the assessment task to the Course Administrator. For contact details refer to section 1.3 of the course profile
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 (24 Feb - 02 Mar) |
Lecture |
Generalist teachers and HPE Overview of course and context for generalist teachers and HPE; physical activity biographies / timeline (preparation for assessment task 1). Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
The ABCs of physical activity facilitation Basic teaching skills for physical activity facilitation. Location: Building 16, Connell Gym. Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 2 (03 Mar - 09 Mar) |
Lecture |
Creating a climate to support learning in HPE Creating a supportive climate for movement and learning. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Creating a climate to support leaning in HPE Using movement to foster a supportive, inclusive, and cooperative learning environment. Location: Building 16, Connell gym. Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 3 (10 Mar - 16 Mar) |
Lecture |
Integrating meaningful physical activity in curriculum learning areas Incorporating physical activity into curriculum learning areas to develop meaningful, authentic, and integrated learning experiences. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Integration of physical activity in the classroom Strategies for integrating physical activity in the classroom. Location: Building 14, Room 219. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 4 (17 Mar - 23 Mar) |
Lecture |
HPE Curriculum & Activating the Learner Understanding and implementing the HPE Curriculum. Active learning. Apply first. Explain later. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
The Basics of physical activity facilitation & implementing the curriculum Basic teaching skills for physical activity and implementing the curriculum. Apply first. Explain later. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 5 (24 Mar - 30 Mar) |
Lecture |
Inclusivity and fundamental movement skills Establishing inclusive environments for teaching fundamental movement skills (FMS) using the TREE principle. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Inclusivity and fundamental movement skills Strategies for establishing inclusive environments for developing fundamental movement skills using the TREE principle. Location: Building 16, Connell gym. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 6 (31 Mar - 06 Apr) |
Lecture |
Pedagogies supporting physical activity facilitation Exploring a range of pedagogies that can be used to support physical activity to address different needs and learning outcomes. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Pedagogies to support physical activity facilitation Using a range of pedagogies in a physical activity setting to meet different needs and outcomes. Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 7 (07 Apr - 13 Apr) |
Lecture |
Designing creative and inclusive physical activity experiences Establishing creative and inclusive environments for physical activity. Understanding motivational climate and environmental factors than can support student engagement with physical activity - Self-Determination Theory. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Designing creative and inclusive physical activity experiences Strategies for establishing creative and inclusive environments for physical activity using Self-Determination Theory. Examples of quality and poor design that influence learning outcomes. Learning outcomes: L02, L03 |
|
Week 8 (14 Apr - 20 Apr) |
Lecture |
Lesson planning and creating safe environments Planning for teaching and learning; Creating safe and supportive physical activity environments for teachers and students; Writing risk assessments. Assessment task requirements. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Lesson and safety plans in movement context Planning and safety considerations in action. Location: Building 16, Connell gym. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Mid-sem break (21 Apr - 27 Apr) |
Lecture |
Mid Semester Break No class. |
Tutorial |
Mid Semester Break No class. |
|
Week 9 (28 Apr - 04 May) |
Lecture |
Feedback and questioning in a movement context Introduction to feedback model and questioning processes that support students' self-regulated learning. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L02 |
Tutorial |
Feedback and questioning in a movement context Aligning feedback and questions with learning goal and success criteria; Feedback and questioning strategies to support learning. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 10 (05 May - 11 May) |
Lecture |
Planning and preparation for physical activity Assessment Task Opportunity to finalise, receive feedback, and refine physical activity learning task design. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Planning and preparation for physical activity Assessment Task Opportunity to practise, receive feedback, and refine physical activity learning experiences. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 13 (26 May - 01 Jun) |
Lecture |
Impact of experiences on future teaching and learning practices Using biographies, experiences, and literature to inform future teaching practices. Location: Building 47A, Room 352. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Using course experiences and learnings to refine teaching Using course learning and strategies provided to provide an action plan for future physical activity facilitation. Location: Building 16, Connell gym. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments for Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.