Goal 2

STANDARD TWO: Students will analyze scientific concepts and principles to understand, evaluate, and enhance movement skill acquisition and performance.

Indicator 1: Students will apply scientific concepts and principles to analyze performance of self and others.

9-12 Benchmarks:

  1. differentiate which scientific concepts and principles relate to a specific movement.
  2. apply appropriate scientific concepts and principles to achieve advanced outcomes.
  3. evaluate the appropriate use of scientific concepts and principles within a performance.
9-12 Level Sample Activities/Tasks:
  1. determine how factors such as velocity, angle, and force impact the trajectory of a kicked ball
  2. hit an archery target from standing, prone, and kneeling positions at varying distances
  3. navigate a two mile cross country orienteering course using a map and compass

 Indicator 2: Students will evaluate the influence of physical, emotional, and cognitive factors on improving performance.

9-12 Benchmarks:

  1. understand the interrelationships among the physical, emotional, cognitive, and scientific factors affecting performance.
  2. analyze which training and conditioning practices have the greatest impact on skill acquisition and performance.
  3. create and/or modify a practice/training plan based on evaluative feedback of skill acquisition and performance.
9-12 Level Sample Activities/Tasks:
  1. explain how physical, emotional, and cognitive factors affect goal attainment and peak performance
  2. select specific training practices leading to higher level skill acquisition, e.g., plyometrics, cross training
  3. create a quadriceps strengthening program to increase knee stability

 Indicator 3: Students will evaluate various strategies leading to successful performance.

9-12 Benchmarks:

  1. analyze specific situations to determine appropriate performance strategies.
  2. execute a creative/innovative strategy leading to successful performance.
  3. assess the effect/outcome of a specific performance strategy.
9-12 Level Sample Activities/Tasks:
  1. execute advanced offensive and defensive shots in a racquetball game
  2. play to an opponent’s weaknesses in a tennis match
  3. combine the appropriate force and finesse to chip onto the green