Course Description
The course introduces the theories about the development of physical and motor movement in early childhood, to know the foundations for teaching of movement for student teacher to develop child’s movement skills and gross motor learning and to plan movement activities and lessons for fun. The primary purpose of the course is to enable students to apply principles of child motor development and learning to plan Physical activities. It will prepare students to teach, organize and manage different activities, make groups, demonstrate skills (locomotors, gymnastics and rhythmic movement) and give feedback to young children to enhance their motor skill and movement experience.
Intended Learning Outcomes
CILO-1: Modify the practical aspects of assessing fitness and fundamental movement.
CILO-2: Develop rhythmic movements using blended learning approach.
CILO-3: Demonstrate the ability to teach and lead rhythmic movement in small groups.
CILO-4: Implement effective instructional strategies for teaching fundamental movement in small groups.
CILO-5: Design a formal lesson plan on physical play for young children.
CILO-6: Construct effective guidance strategies to foster the development of young children's self-control ability during the learning process.
CILO-7: Identify the theories of the development of fundamental movement and the implications for educational practices.