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Basics and Methodology of Overcoming Obstacles

Study Course Description

Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:2.00
Study Course Accepted:19.06.2024 11:31:11
Study Course Information
Course Code:LSPA_170LQF level:All Levels
Credit Points:2.00ECTS:3.00
Branch of Science:Sports ScienceTarget Audience:Sports Trainer; Pedagogy
Study Course Supervisor
Course Supervisor:Einars Pimenovs
Study Course Implementer
Structural Unit:Latvian Academy of Sport Education (LASE)
The Head of Structural Unit:
Contacts:LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006
Study Course Planning
Full-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)7Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures14
Classes (count)11Class Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Classes22
Total Contact Hours36
Part-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)8Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures16
Classes (count)10Class Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Classes20
Total Contact Hours36
Study course description
Preliminary Knowledge:
General secondary education.
Objective:
To build competence on learning to overcome diverse obstacles providing the possibility to engage in interesting, safe and health promoting physical activities, which are the basis for strengthening physical health. 
Topic Layout (Full-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1Health and safety aspects and behavioural rules when performing various obstacle overcoming exercises.Lectures1.00auditorium
2Peculiarities of classes on overcoming obstacles while working with pre-school children of different ages.Lectures1.00auditorium
3Special exercises for vertical jumps.Classes1.00auditorium
4Special exercises for horizontal jumps.Classes1.00auditorium
5Vertical and horizontal jump combinations with other basic movements in different environments and with different tools.Classes1.00auditorium
6Test of skills and knowledge test in horizontal and vertical jumps, analysis of results.Lectures1.00auditorium
7Conducting classes using vertical and horizontal jump exercises.Classes2.00auditorium
8Basic movement study methodology: rolling, climbing, crawling on different surfaces, in different directions.Lectures1.00auditorium
Classes1.00auditorium
9Combinations involving rolling, crawling (rolls, somersaults, postures, handsprings, supports, balances, pyramids) and climbing using other basic movements.Lectures1.00auditorium
Classes1.00auditorium
10Conducting classes using rolling, climbing, crawling exercises.Classes2.00auditorium
11Test of skills and knowledge in rolling, climbing, crawling exercises, analysis of results.Classes1.00auditorium
12Application of basic obstacle overcoming skills in parkour.Lectures1.00auditorium
13Basic principles of creating an obstacle course.Lectures1.00auditorium
14Test of skills and knowledge in obstacle overcoming, analysis of results.Classes1.00auditorium
Topic Layout (Part-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1Health and safety aspects and behavioural rules when performing various obstacle overcoming exercises.Lectures1.00auditorium
2Peculiarities of classes on overcoming obstacles while working with pre-school children of different ages.Lectures1.00auditorium
3Special exercises for vertical jumps.Classes1.00auditorium
4Special exercises for horizontal jumps.Classes1.00auditorium
5Vertical and horizontal jump combinations with other basic movements in different environments and with different tools.Classes1.00auditorium
6Test of skills and knowledge test in horizontal and vertical jumps, analysis of results.Lectures1.00auditorium
7Conducting classes using vertical and horizontal jump exercises.Classes2.00auditorium
8Basic movement study methodology: rolling, climbing, crawling on different surfaces, in different directions.Lectures1.00auditorium
Classes1.00auditorium
9Combinations involving rolling, crawling (rolls, somersaults, postures, handsprings, supports, balances, pyramids) and climbing using other basic movements.Lectures1.00auditorium
Classes1.00auditorium
10Conducting classes using rolling, climbing, crawling exercises.Classes1.00auditorium
11Test of skills and knowledge in rolling, climbing, crawling exercises, analysis of results.Lectures1.00auditorium
Classes1.00auditorium
12Application of basic obstacle overcoming skills in parkour.Classes1.00auditorium
13Basic principles of creating an obstacle course.Lectures1.00auditorium
14Test of skills and knowledge in obstacle overcoming, analysis of results.Lectures1.00auditorium
Assessment
Unaided Work:
During studies, students, using lecture materials and various other sources of information, perform independent work in practical classes, test new skills and perform at seminars on: application of skills and knowledge in horizontal and vertical jumps, rolling, climbing, crawling and obstacle overcoming exercises. Choosing and selecting study methods for the development of critical thinking and decision-making skills in the field of physical activity, develops a lesson plan and assessment criteria. The final examination is an oral examination: methodology and practical use of obstacle overcoming.
Assessment Criteria:
Assessment criteria of learning outcomes: Examinations: 1. Skill and knowledge test – 20% 2. Skill and knowledge test – 20% 3. Skill and knowledge test – 20% 4. Final examination: Oral examination – 40%.
Final Examination (Full-Time):Exam (Oral)
Final Examination (Part-Time):Exam (Oral)
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:1. About the methodology for teaching obstacle overcoming techniques and tactics (teaching methods, study aids, forms of organisation of sports and health classes). 2. Theoretical foundations for obstacle overcoming, their rules, safety rules. 3. Assessment and self-assessment of children’s performance in learning different types of exercises.
Skills:4. To practically plan, lead obstacle overcoming and assess their learning in accordance with state pre-school education guidelines. 5. To apply age-appropriate, individually modified track and field exercises to promote children’s skills to overcome different obstacles. 6. To use obstacle overcoming in the outdoor environment.
Competencies:7. Ability to plan, lead an interdisciplinary and individualised learning process in various obstacle overcoming activities in accordance with the state pre-school education guidelines. 8. Ability to critically analyse and evaluate the pedagogical aids, methods, techniques used, their compliance with the abilities of students and education goals in diverse health-promoting obstacle overcoming activities. 9. Ability to take responsibility for classes with obstacle overcoming activities in a safe environment. 10. Ability to establish clear performance and child growth assessment criteria and test methods to overcome obstacles. 11. Ability to analyse learning outcomes in learning obstacle overcoming and track the child’s growth, identify the support measures needed to improve learning performance. 12. Ability to provide feedback in the assessment of both students and personal activities in obstacle overcoming activities. 13. Ability to creatively choose study aids in learning obstacle overcoming by integrating health and safety content, other subject areas, transversal skills and values. 14. Ability to identify security hazards and risks in different environments and situations while overcoming obstacles, take preventive safety measures, choosing the most appropriate problem-solving strategies.
Bibliography
No.Reference
Required Reading
11. Žīdens, J., Grasis, N., Grāvītis, U., Kaspere, D. (2008). Bērnu un pusaudžu trenera rokasgrāmata. Rīga, LTTC.
22. Avotiņa, I. (2016). Vieglatlētika. Rīga, DUE.
33. Bernhards, V., & Zaula, Dz. (2004). Pirmie soļi vieglatlētikā 2. Rīga, RaKa.
44. Jansone, R. (2005). Sporta izglītības didaktika skolā. Rīga, RaKa.
55. Rogers., J. (2000). USA Track & Field Coaching manual. Human Kinetics.
Additional Reading
11. Staģis, A. (2016). Latvijas vieglatlētikas vēsture. Rīga, Jumava.
22. Krauksts, V. (2006). Treniņu teorijas pamati. Rīga, Drukātava.
Other Information Sources
11. Latvijas sporta federāciju padomes mājas lapa
22. Latvijas Izglītības iestādes vadības federācija
33. Izglītības un Zinātnes ministrijas mājas lapa
44. Latvijas Vieglatlētikas savienības mājas lapa