NCEA Level 1 Outdoor Education
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: L. Martin.
This course is designed for students who have a passion for outdoor activities. There are no entry requirements other than a willingness to take part in physically demanding outdoor activities which are a compulsory part of this course.
Using a range of local resources this course would allow students to gain 17 credits in a range of outdoor settings. Students would learn a range of life skills such as teamwork, leadership, self-management, self-responsibility etc.
The course will involve some co-construction with students and therefore activities and standards cannot be predetermined.
Possible activities include tramping, camping, navigation, ABL, rafting, mountain biking, sailing, rock climbing and skiing/snowboarding.
This course does lead to a University Entrance approved subject.
Field trips: to be confirmed.
Recommended Prior Learning
Nil, but due to the nature of the course numbers are limited. Where required, attendance and behaviour from the previous year will be used to determine placement.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
For overnight trips a koha to cover costs of accommodation is appreciated but not compulsory.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
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Participate in a day tramp
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Participate in an overnight camp
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Complete white and yellow orienteering courses
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Demonstrate introductory knowledge of weather, the Land Safety Code, and maps in the outdoors
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Demonstrate knowledge of introductory preparation for an outdoor activity
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Demonstrate personal awareness and positive behaviour during a group outdoor activity
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Physical Education 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the influence of personal movement experiences on hauora
Disclaimer
For NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.