Course - Coaching physical activity and training - BEV2009
Coaching physical activity and training
About
About the course
Course content
The course introduce the students to coaching physical activity and training. Through varied work methods, students will learn how to plan, organize, implement and evaluate physical activity tailored to the needs of individuals and groups focused on creating mastery, improved health and performance development.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student has knowledge of
- planning, implementation and evaluation of physical activity and training for both individuals and groups
- basic didactic principles for coaching physical activity and training
- different theories and methods related to coaching physical activities and training for both individual and groups
- relevant sports pedagogical and sports psychology subject themes
- the body's prerequisites for physical activity and good health
- disease preventive and health promotion related to physical activity for different groups in the population
Skills
The student can
- plan, organize, implement and evaluate physical activity for people and groups of different skill levels and with different aims
- apply knowledge about the body's anatomy, physiology, motoric, and the functioning of the movement apparatus in a coaching situation
- make use of a repertoire of exercises and practical methodological tools to develop other people's motor skills and skills in physical activity and sports
- evaluate group dynamics and adapting coaching to different groups
- apply knowledge about digital communication of physical activity and training
- apply different motivation and feedback theories
- self-reflect over own coaching of physical activity
General competence
The student
- has insight into ethical issues related to the role of a physical activity coach for single individuals and groups
- is able to exchange views and experiences of theories in the field of teaching physical activity and movement science, thereby contributing to the development of the subject field
- can inspire and facilitate a good coaching situation
- can act properly and show respect and empathy for single practitioners and training environments
Learning methods and activities
The course has lectures throughout the whole semester. Teaching activities include lectures, exercises, group work and practical training.
Compulsory assignments
- Approved participation in exercises
Further on evaluation
Compulsory activities
- OBLIG 1 - Approved participation in assessments
Compulsory activities require approved participation in the assessments. Some assessments are performed in groups, while others are performed individually.
- Participation in one (1) practical assessment including delivery of written assignment before and after the practical component.
- Participation in 3 of 4 assessments which include delivery of written reports and oral presentation of the assessment.
- The compulsory activities are approved for 4 years and within this time period the students can resit the examination only.
Exam
- The exam is conducted in groups and consists of a practical methodical assignment. The group will plan and execute a practical program followed by an oral exam with self-evaluation of the program and examination related to learning objectives.
- Individual grades will be assigned for the oral exam. The oral exam may result in the grade from the practical work being adjusted by one grade up or one grade down. Individual students will only know the final grade.
- Regular final examination is given in the autumn semester only. Students with legitimate leave of absence at the final examination and students who receive the grade F may take a re-sit examination in the spring semester.
- If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Human Movement Science (BBEV)
Recommended previous knowledge
BEV-courses from the first year of the bachelor's program in Human Movement Science
Required previous knowledge
BEV1010, BEV1011, BEV1013, BEV1014 and BEV2006. The course is reserved for students admitted to the bachelor's programme in Human Movement Science.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| BEV2106 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2022 |
| BEV2107 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2022 |
Subject areas
- Health Science
- Sport Science
- Human Movement Science