Section outline

  • EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING … interpersonal skills by… connecting with other members of my class during ABL sessions and outdoor activities.
    • We are EXPLORING … white water kayaking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … mountain biking by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … rock climbing by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    • We are EXPLORING … orienteering by… discovering a new enjoyable activity and how it contributes to personal well being.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.
    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING on … movement skills by… developing knowledge of motor skills required for a variety of outdoor activities.
    • We are FOCUSING on … positive attitudes by… identifying the attitudes required to accept challenges, learn new skills and strategies, and extend my abilities in a variety of outdoor activities.

    Learning Intentions
    To learn to plan for a trip (weather, loading trailer, maps, team work & equipment.
    To learn to ride on a variety of surfaces (roots, sand, mud, ruts).
    To learn balance, body position, braking and steering to navigate intermediate tracks.
    To learn how to prepare for a bike session (safety gear, clothes, equipment, saddle height, vocabulary)

    Success Criteria
    Can ensure own safety and that of others when on on a bike trip.
    Can explain mountain biking terms, methods & equipment. 
    Can mountain bike confidently and competently on intermediate tracks.

    We'll discuss:
    Parts of a bike and maintenance checks before leaving.
    Individual and group gear required (water, snacks, phone, map)
    How trails are graded and the various local and national organisations involved in developing biking. 

    Assessment
    Your Mountain Biking will contribute towards Assessment 1 and will be self and teacher / instructor assessed.
    Self-assessment: part of the evidence for your grade will come from your reflections in your learning journal.
    Teacher / Instructor assessment: other evidence will come from observations and conversations during the sessions regarding your contribution, team work and skills development

    In your Learning Journal, you should reflect on how you develop the skills and knowledge outlined in the Unit Standards. Your aim is to show that you know:
    1. where you're at in your learning (what skills & knowledge do you have now)
    2. where you're going (what skills & knowledge you are working towards)
    3. how you'll get there (what next steps you'll take to learn these skills & knowledge)