Core Module Information
Module title: Practical Coaching & Development

SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 40.00
ECTS credit value: 20

Module code: SES09114
Module leader: Cedric English
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Sport Exercise and Health Science
Prerequisites

Example of equivalent Learning : Admissions requirement : students must have at least a Level 1 coaching certificate (or equivalent)

Description of module content:

You will develop a critical understanding of sports development and community development and how these relate to the coaching process, sports and community development policies and how they relate to sports participation and performance, leadership and management, understanding the role of coaches as educators. A period of coaching will be undertaken with evidence compiled about the coaching process, evaluation of this programme and how a knowledge of relevant theory informs his/her coaching practice. In assessment, critical assessment of coaching and achievement of objectives throughout the experience is essential. Sessions will involve the following: establishing coaching objectives; active reporting; sharing of experiences; systematic behavioural instruments; qualitative & quantitative date collection.

Learning Outcomes for module:

LO1: Understand defining principles and structures of coaching practice and how they may influence the coaching process
LO2: Develop an integrated knowledge of selected theoretical concepts, such as sports pedagogy, reflective practice, leadership in sport, athlete-coach relationship and models of effective coaching practice
LO3: Critically observe and recognise effective coaching behaviours and the impact of these behaviours on athlete learning and development.
LO4: Develop practical coaching skills and application of knowledge through the process of active planning, recording and evaluation of an approved coaching practice
LO5: Select and use appropriate theoretical models to critique and reflect upon new and existing skills and experiences.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2023/4, Trimester 1, FACE-TO-FACE, Edinburgh Napier University
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Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: FACE-TO-FACE
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner: Edinburgh Napier University
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Cedric English
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)
Face To Face Lecture 22
Face To Face Tutorial 15
Other Work based learning 60
Independent Learning Guided independent study 273
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 30
Total Study Hours400
Expected Total Study Hours for Module400


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words
Oral Assessment 30 1,2 & 3 13 HOURS= 0.5, WORDS= 0
Report 20 1, 2 & 3 13 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 1500
Oral Presentation 30 1,2,3,4 & 5 27 HOURS= 0.25, WORDS= 0
Essay 20 1,2,3,4 &5 28 HOURS= 0, WORDS= 2000
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
SES09114 Practical Coaching and Development