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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

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
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:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

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
2024/5, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
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)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 22 An in-person lecture will be offered focused on introducing you to theoretical content related to coaching practice. This content is crucial to apply within the summative assessment.
Face To Face Tutorial 15 A group tutorial will be offered focused on discussing the application of the content delivered in the lectures. Also, tutorials will be used to focus learning on the requirements of the summative assessment. This is intended to support all students in the tutorial to learn from each other fostering an assessment for learning approach.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 30 A group practical will be offered focusing on the application of knowledge developed within the lecture and tutorials. This is intended to support all students to learn and understand the development of theory to practice.
Online Guided independent study 273 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure in time to reflect upon the learning you have undertaken in your scheduled sessions and to complete your essential reading. You are encouraged to read more widely around the topics you are studying and engage in Moodle activities and resources. You will need to ensure that you have sufficient time to prepare and plan for your assessment tasks.
Other Work based learning 26 As part of the module you will be expected to undertake a 10 week placement. This placement will begin in trimester 2 and involve up to 26 hours of coaching placement activity. The expectation would be to use the experiences from this placement to be included in your trimester 2 summative assessments.
Total Study Hours366
Expected Total Study Hours for Module366


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Essay 50 1~2~3 Week 13 , WORDS= 2000 words In trimester 1 you will have a single Component 1 assessment to be submitted in week 13. As part of this you will be required to construct an interview script you will use to interview a coach. You will then be required to submit a 2000 word essay that will be written as part of your reflection on your interview. This essay is required to highlight the application of theory to effective coaching practice. The interview script will be submitted as part of the essay.
Oral Presentation 20 1~2~3~4~5 Week 12 HOURS= 20 minutes In trimester 2 you will be expected to undertake a 20-minute presentation with a Q&A. The presentation will be based on your 26-hour coaching placement undertaken over the course of trimester 2. The topics covered within the presentation will include topics covered in trimester 1 and trimester 2 tutorials and practicals.
Essay 30 1~2~3~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 2000 words In trimester 2 the second part of component 2 will include you writing a reflective essay. The reflective essay will be based on your experiences and reflections of your 26 hour coaching placement
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
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