Fall 2014

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 109-102-MQSection 27 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY – Paddling Skills Mondays 1130 - 1330 in Room C-0137 PLUS Two Saturdays, September 20 and October 4 Course Weighting (0-2-1) for 1 credit Prerequisites: None 1. GENERAL INFORMATION – DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION Course Competency: To improve effectiveness when practicing a physical activity. Teacher name: Karen Oljemark Office: Room C-114A Telephone: 514 457-6610, extension 5746 Office Hours Posted on Omnivox and on my office door. E-mail contact: karen.oljemark@johnabbott.qc.ca 2. INTRODUCTION 2.1 Course Description In this compressed course, the student will learn the basics of paddling various small craft (canoes, kayaks, dragon boats etc.) on various local waterways. Compressed Course: Mondays 1130 – 1330 PLUS two Saturdays September 20 and October 4. IMPORTANT: You must also reserve the Emergency Cancellation Day of Sunday September 28, 2014. The College reserves the right to reschedule the course trip in case of unforeseen emergency.
IMPORTANT: You must also reserve the Emergency Cancellation Day of Sunday September 28, 2014. The College reserves the right to reschedule the course trip in case of unforeseen emergency.

2.2 Course in the Context of General Education The teachers in General Education believe that students should achieve some depth of knowledge in the specific disciplines offered in their programs. Physical Education teachers see their role as providing students with a knowledge base of the principles of good health and how to integrate them into their lifestyle. 3. COURSE OBJECTIVES 1. To plan an approach leading to improved effectiveness in a physical activity.
1.1 Initial assessment of abilities and attitudes when practising a physical activity.
1.2 Statement of expectations and needs with respect to the ability to practise the activity. (10%)
1.3 Appropriate formulation of personal objectives.
1.4 Appropriate choice of the means to achieve the objectives.
1.5 Use of clear arguments to explain the choice of physical activity (practice strategies?)
(15%)
2. To use an approach leading to improved effectiveness in a physical activity.
2.1 Respect for the rules of the physical activity.
2.2 Respect for the rules of ethics and safety regulations.
(25%)
2.3 Appropriate use of the quantitative and qualitative physical evaluation strategies of motor skills.
2.4 Periodic statement of abilities and attitudes when practicing a physical activity.
2.6 Pertinent, periodic and proper adjustments of objectives or means. (30%)
2.5 Meaningful interpretation of progress achieved and the difficulties experienced during the physical activity.
2.7 Appreciable improvement of motor skills, techniques or complex strategies required by the physical activity.
(20% )
4. COURSE CONTENT Assessment of Skills and Attitudes, Goal Setting, Action Planning, Evaluation of Skill Improvement, Rules, Safety and Etiquette of Paddling 5. REQUIRED TEXT & COURSE COST * Paddling Skills Manual available from the College Bookstore for approximately $15.00. * Travel Fee: $25.00 * Students are required to wear appropriate outdoor paddling clothing and footwear as per guidelines provided. 6. BIBLIOGRAPHY A selection of reference material is aavailable in the Physical Education student resource centre, located in Room C-114-D and on reserve at the John Abbott College library. 7. TEACHING METHODS & LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Lectures, demonstrations, active experimentation, peer teaching, group/individual instruction, readings, online videos and assignments.

8. DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES 8.1 Attendance 8.1.1 Required Hours Attendance is compulsory for Physical Education classes. The intention of compulsory attendance is to assist the student in being active on a regular basis. The minimum number of class hours in which students must actively participate in order to achieve course competencies is 26 (28)*. A student who misses more than 4 (2)* hours of their course is not entitled to receive a passing grade. This attendance requirement overrides other grades achieved in the evaluation section. If the attendance requirement is not achieved the student will receive a failing grade with a maximum of 50%. Non-attendance for any reason, including medical issues and religious holidays, is considered an absence. (Please see religious holiday policy in the IPESA). It is the student’s responsibility to verify her/his attendance each class. *Compressed Courses: Any absence from a scheduled class activity of more than two (2) hours held during a compressed course will constitute a failure of the course. 8.1.2 Class Make-up An EXCUSED absence (accepted as valid according to the criteria set in the absence policy above) will have no penalty if the student completes his work on time and completes a make-up class as arranged with the teacher. A make-up class expunges the student’s absence. An UNEXCUSED absence will result in the student losing any marks for both written and/or activity-based work due or done in the class missed. 8.2 Assignment Submission Policy 8.2.1 Re-Submission Policy Work may be resubmitted only at the teacher’s request. Students have a maximum of up to one week to resubmit work for reassessment. Old and new assignments must be submitted together. 8.2.2 Late Assignment Policy Assignments are expected to be handed in on time. Students who submit work late will be deducted 10% of the total value of the work due per day late, up to a maximum of 5 school days. Any work received after that will be assigned a grade of 0%. 8.3 Assignment Grading Criteria 8.3.1 Clear Argumentation Clear, concise and personalized answers based on all assigned course work are expected. 8.3.2 Literacy The proper use of English or French is expected for all course work. A maximum of up to 10% per assignment may be deducted. 8.4 Medical Status Students must be able to handle the physical demands of the course. They are expected to keep the teacher informed of any medical problems or injuries that may affect their performance in the course. If a student cannot fulfill the requirements of this course for medical reasons, s/he should choose a different course before the end of the course change period. Medical Forms and Waivers: These forms must be completed and handed in before the first physical activity session otherwise the student will not be permitted to participate in class activities. This would constitute an UNEXCUSED absence from class until the forms are duly completed and handed in. 8.5 Electronics The use of electronics for pedagogical purposes is left up of the discretion of the instructor. 8.6 Outdoor Activities Policy 8.6.1 Students must not engage in any behaviour that, in the judgement of the supervisor is deemed to be detrimental to the safety and well-being of the individual and/or group Rationale and Clarification: Hazardous or negligent use of materials or equipment such as fire, knives, use of alcohol or non-medical drugs, refusal to comply with directions of the teacher regarding safe practices and safety equipment may result in injury or loss of life. Penalty - Loss of marks and/or removal from and failure of the course. 8.62 Students must demonstrate responsible management of equipment for safety reasons. Equipment must be managed efficiently before, during and after the activity. Equipment must be picked up with appropriate identification before each class activity, cared for and returned in an organized, safe and respectful manner. Penalty: Any lost or damaged equipment costs are the responsibility of the students. 8.63 Students may not leave the group without permission of the teacher Rationale and Clarification: Supervised courses take place in an outdoor environment. Students who leave the group may become injured and/or lost which presents a hazard to both the individual and to the rest of the group. Penalty – Loss of marks and/or removal from and failure of the course. 8.64 Smoking, the use of alcohol and the use of non-prescription drugs is strictly prohibited in all outdoor education courses. Penalty - Any violation of this policy will result in a loss of marks and/or a failing grade and the immediate expulsion from the course at the student's expense. 8.65 Students must respect all other rules and regulations of John Abbott College and those specific to any of the activity’s locations/facilities. 9. EVALUATION PLAN

9.1 Evaluation List PADDLING SKILLS 109-102-MQ | COMPE-TENCY | VALUE | APPROX. DUE DATE | STEP ONE: Assess Your Current Status | | | | 1A: INITIAL Technical/Attitudinal Skill Progression Assessment (pp. 3 - 4) | 1.1 | 5% | Week 3 | 1B: INITIAL Status Report (pp. 5 - 6) | 1.2 | 5% | Week 3 | STEP TWO: Set Your Goals & Action Plans | | | | 2A: INITIAL Goals & Action Plan (pp. 7 - 8) | 1.3//1.4/1.5 | 5% | Week 3 | 2B: Knowledge Quiz: Preparation, Safety & Rules (pp. 9 – 10) | 2.1 | 10% | Week 3 | STEP THREE: Implement, Monitor & Evaluate Your Action Plans | | | | 3A: Practice Plan & Report #1 (page 11) | 1.3/1.4/1.5 | 10% | Week 3 | 3B: Trip Plan & Report #1 (pp. 12 - 13) | 2.1 – 2.4/2.6 | 15% | Week 3 | 1A: MID-TERM Technical & Attitudinal Skill Assessment (pp. 3 – 4) | 2.1/2.2/2.4 | 5% | Week 6 | 3C: Practice Plan & Report #2 (page 14) | 2.3 – 2.4/2.6 | 10% | Week 6 | 3D: Trip Plan & Report #2 (pp. 15 - 16) | 2.1 – 2.4/2.6 | 15% | Week 6 | STEP FOUR: Evaluate Your Skill Improvement | | | | 4A: FINAL Skill Improvement Report (page 17) | 2.5 | 5% | Week 8 | 1A: FINAL Technical & Attitudinal Skill Assessment (pp. 3 – 4) | 2.5 | 5% | Week 8 | 4B. FINAL Technical Skill Improvement Practical Test (Teacher Student Co-Evaluation) | 2.7 | 10% | Week 7 |

9.2 Active Learning *Active Learning is defined in this course as practicing physical activity in a manner that promotes good health and will be monitored through the use of a daily Active Learning Record. (Reference: Competency 2 - Respect for the rules of the physical activity. Respect for the ethics and safety regulations of the physical activity. Respect for personal abilities (effort and limitations) when practicing physical activities). 10. COLLEGE POLICIES 10.1 Cheating and Plagiarism Cheating and plagiarism are unacceptable to John Abbott College. * CHEATING means any dishonest or deceptive practice relative to examinations, tests, quizzes, lab assignments, research papers, or other forms of evaluation tasks. Cheating includes, but is not restricted to, making use of or being in possession of, unauthorized material or devices and/or obtaining or providing unauthorized assistance in writing examinations, papers, or any other evaluation task and submitting the same work in more than one course without the teacher’s permission. It is incumbent upon the Department through the teacher to ensure students are forewarned about unauthorized material, devices, or practices that are not permitted. * PLAGIARISM is a form of cheating. It includes the intentional copying or paraphrasing (expressing the ideas of someone else in one’s own words), of another person’s work or the use of another person’s work or ideas without acknowledgement of its source. Plagiarism can be from any source including books, magazines, electronic or photographic media or another student’s paper or work. 10.2 Mid-Semester Assessment All students will receive an MSA in accordance with College procedures. 10.3 Policy on Religious Observances: Students who wish to observe religious holidays must inform their teacher in writing within the first two weeks of the semester of their intent. 10.4 Student Rights and Responsibilities It is the responsibility of students to keep all assessed material returned to them for at least one semester in the event of a grade review. 10.5 Changes to Evaluation Plan in Course Outline Changes to the evaluation plan during the semester, requires unanimous consent of all students.

Appendix A - Requirements Specific to This Course * COURSE PREPARATION: Classes start promptly on the half-hour. You are expected to come to every class fully prepared and appropriately dressed for the activity of the day in order to be considered prepared and on time. No personal belongings are permitted in class. Lock them in the locker provided. Locks are available for rent at the Equipment Desk. * LATE ARRIVAL: Each time you arrive late for class you may lose up to two marks off your final grade. Students who are unprepared or more than 10 minutes late may be given an UNEXCUSED absence for that class. No make-ups are possible for UNEXCUSED absences. RATIONALE: Safety and respect for others are fundamental to providing a constructive learning environment in this course.

* RISKS and HAZARDS Students are advised that there are inherent risks associated with any wilderness activity and they should therefore be adequately prepared and take precautions in order to deal as effectively as possible with situations that may arise. Risks inherent to outdoor education activities include, but are not limited to: * weather (wind, heat, sun, cold, rain, snow, ice, lightning, etc.); * terrain (wet, muddy, slippery, rocky, rough, steep, etc.) * distance from outside assistance (medical, transportation, etc.); * use of specialized outdoor equipment; * lack of experience or poor preparation by the participants. * inadequate physical fitness (must be adequate for the course activities: e.g. carry a canoe, hike up a mountain etc.)

Appendix B -Tentative Schedule of Course Content PADDLING SKILLS MONDAYS 1130 - 1330 in C-0137. This is a tentative schedule and is subject to change. | Week/ Date | Activity for today’s class: | Prepare for today’s class: | Homework DUE NEXT CLASS: | 1 Aug. 25 | CLASSROOM SESSION Course Intro./Ice Breakers * Course outline, structure, preparation & expectations | * Appropriate clothing & footwear for the activity are REQUIRED EVERY CLASS from now on. NO COTTON! NO JEANS! * NO BAGS – Store personal belongings in locker room. | * Complete REQUIRED medical form/waiver and hand it in. * Review course outline & schedule on Léa * Buy Paddling Skills Manual * Read Manual Skill Improvement * pp. 20 – 27 * Complete Assignments 1A & 1B * Bathing suit & towel for next class. | SEPT. 1 | NO CLASS – LABOUR DAY | | | 2 Sept. 8 POOL | POOL SAFETY TRAINING Swim Test and T-Rescues Safety Risk Management: Hazards, Preparation & Safety Rules The Process of Improving a Skill STEP ONE: Assess Current Status | * REQUIRED SESSION: if absent MAKEUP is REQUIRED * Bathing Suit and Towel: Meet in the Pool 1130 ready to swim! | * Read Manual pp. 28 – 42 * Complete Assignments 2A & 2B | 3 Sept. 15 LAKE | CANOEING ON LAKE STEP ONE: Assess Current Status Continued - Warm up and cool down procedures - Paddling initial skill testing STEP TWO: Goal-Setting and Action Planning * How to Prepare a Practice Plan | * Initial Skill Testing on the Lake by the Teacher | * 3B Trip Plan 1 DUE Trip 1 Sept. 20 9:00 am - Note: All Plans are due beginning of class OR 50% LATE DEDUCTION * Pick up any gear needed at Equipment Desk ponchos, day packs with ID BEFORE day of trip * Prepare for Trip 1 using the Prep. Checklist in Trip Plan 1 | Sept. 20 SATURDAY PCCC (Cancellation Date Sunday Sept. 28) | TRIP 1 POINTE CLAIRE CANOE CLUB 9 am – 3 pm. STEP THREE: Implement Your Practice Plans | * 3B Trip Plan 1 due at 9:00 am * Preparation Inspection * Paddling activities * Students must provide own transport to the venue. | * 3B Trip Plan & Report due END OF CLASS MANUAL IS DUE FOR GRADING | 4 Sept. 22 POOL | KAYAKING IN POOL 1 HOUR STEP THREE: Implement Your Practice Plans | Skill Practice continues Bathing Suit and Towel: Meet in the Pool 1130 ready to swim! | * 3A Practice Plan | 5 Sept. 29 POOL | KAYAKING IN POOL 1 HOUR STEP THREE: Implement Your Practice Plans | Skill Practice continues Bathing Suit and Towel: Meet in the Pool 1130 ready to swim! * 3A PRACTICE PLAN 1 due beginning of class | * 3 A Practice Plan Report * 3D Trip Plan 2 * Prepare for Trip 2 using the Preparation Checklist Trip Plan 2 Pick up any gear needed: ponchos, day packs BEFORE day of trip | Oct. 4 SATURDAY TOUR of LAC ST. LOUIS | TRIP 2 TOUR OF LAC ST. LOUIS 9 am – 3 pm. STEP THREE: Implement Your Practice Plans | * 3DTrip Plan 2 * Preparation Inspection * Meet in Classroom C-0079 at 9:00 AM SHARP! Ready to go. | * 1A Mid-Term Skill Progression * 3D Trip Plan 2 AND Report due end of class MANUAL IS DUE FOR GRADING | 6 Oct. 6 LAKE | CANOEING ON LAKE STEP THREE: Implement Your Practice Plans | | * 3C Practice Plan 2 | 7 Oct. 14 TUESDAY IS A MONDAY SCHEDULE! | CANOEING ON LAKE STEP THREE: Implement Your Practice Plans | * 3C PRACTICE PLAN 2 (due at BEGINNING OF CLASS or 50% deduction) | * 3C Practice Plan 2 AND Report | 8 OCT. 20 LAKE | CANOEING ON LAKE STEP FOUR: Evaluate Your Skill Improvement | Final Skill Improvement Assessments | * 4B FINAL Technical Skill Improvement Test * 4A Final Skill Improvement Report * 1A Final Skill Progression MANUAL IS DUE FOR GRADING | 8 OCT. 27 WRAP-UP | CLASSROOM SESSION: STEP FOUR: Evaluate Your Skill Improvement | COURSE WRAP-UP/ EVALUATION | |