Cambridge IGCSE Physical Education
The syllabus provides learners with an opportunity to study both the practical and theoretical aspects of physical education. It is designed to encourage enjoyment in physical activity by providing learners with an opportunity to take part in a range of physical activities and develop an understanding of effective and safe physical performance. This helps learners to develop an appreciation of the necessity for sound understanding of the principles, practices and training that underpin improved performance, better health and well-being.
Aims of the Syllabus
The aims are to enable candidates to-
• Develop their knowledge and understanding of the theory underpinning physical performance in a modern world
• Use and apply this knowledge and understanding to improve their performance
• Perform in a range of physical activities, developing skills and techniques, and selecting and using tactics, strategies and/or compositional ideas
• Understand and appreciate safe practice in physical activity and sport
• Understand and appreciate the benefi t of physical activity and sport for health, fi tness and well-being
• Gain a sound basis for further study in the fi eld of Physical Education.
Syllabus
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Anatomy and physiology
Skeletal and muscular system
Respiratory system
Circulatory system
Energy supply and the effects of exercise on the body
Simple biomechanics -
Health, fitness and training
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Skill acquisition and psychology
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Social, cultural and ethical influences
Grade Decription
1. Grade A candidate will be able to-
• Know and understand most of the factors affecting performance; the majority of the health and safety aspects of physical activity including many of the advantages and risks associated with a range of training strategies; most of the reasons for participating in physical activity
• Demonstrate effectively, through performance, the ability to interrelate planning, performing and evaluating while undertaking activity. They demonstrate a high level of competence in all their chosen physical activities.
2. Grade C candidate will be able to-
• Know and understand many of the factors affecting performance; many of the health and safety aspects of physical activity including several advantages and risks associated with a range of training strategies and techniques; many of the reasons for participating in physical activity
• Demonstrate, through performance, a sound ability to interrelate planning, performing and evaluating while undertaking activity. They demonstrate competence in their chosen physical activities.
3. Grade F candidate will be able to-
• Know and understand some of the factors affecting performance; a limited number of health and safety aspects of physical activity, including a few advantages and risks associated with a range of training strategies and techniques; some of the reasons for participating in physical activity
• Demonstrate, through performance, some ability to interrelate planning, performing and evaluating while undertaking activity. They demonstrate a limited level of competence in their chosen physical activities.
Objectives of the Assessemnt
The assessment objectives are-
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theoretical principles that underpin performance in physical activity / sport
- Apply knowledge and understanding of the theoretical principles to a variety of physical activities/sports, including the analysis and evaluation of performance
- Demonstrate the ability to select and perform appropriate skills to produce effective performance in practical activities.
Assessment
Paper 1: Theory
1 hour 45 minutes
Candidates answer all questions.
100 marks
Externally assessed.
Weighting- 50%
Component 2: Coursework
Candidates undertake four physical activities from at least two of the seven
categories listed.
Internally assessed / externally moderated.
Weighting- 50%
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