11–12Health and Movement Science Life Skills 11–12 Syllabus

Explore how their body systems react to physical activities and/or demands

Recognise bones, muscles or joints in the body

Identify bones, muscles or joints that help us move

Explore how bones, muscles or joints help us move

Explore how biomechanical principles relate to moving safely

Investigate the relationship between the skeletal system and muscular system in movement

Investigate the relationship between the respiratory and circulatory systems

Participate in physical activity of varying intensity and duration to explore the effects on the heart and lungs

Explore the structure and function of the digestive and endocrine system in movement

Explore the structure and function of the nervous system in movement

Demonstrate how the systems of the body work together in a variety of movements

Explore the role first aid plays in response to movement

Engage in a range of physical activities that develop fundamental movement skills

Demonstrate movement skills that can be applied effectively in different physical activity and sport contexts

Explore how the body responds to aerobic training

Identify causes of fatigue during physical activity and strategies to minimise the impact

Compare nutrient requirements for people to function efficiently in physical activities of varying intensity and duration

Plan ways of including movement and/or physical activity into a typical day

Explore the features and benefits of aerobic and anaerobic training activities and routines

Participate in aerobic and anaerobic training sessions using the Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type (FITT) principle

Design an aerobic or anaerobic training program

Explore the positive and negative effects of fitness measurement on participation in physical activity and sport

Explore a range of movement skills

Develop a range of movement skills

Participate in fundamental movement skills

Explore the characteristics of different motor skills

Develop fine motor skills through participation in everyday activities

Develop gross motor skills in a range of movement activities and contexts

Participate in a range of modified physical activities to demonstrate transfer of movement skill

Demonstrate and practise specific movement skills across a range of contexts

Combine movement skills to perform a specific task or routine

Explore the role of practice in enhancing performance

Recognise the importance of individual characteristics in movement skills

Investigate the 3 stages of skill acquisition through the learning of a new skill

Participate in a range of movement activities according to different criteria

Outline a suitable plan for teaching beginners to acquire a movement skill

Recognise motivators that facilitate them to participate in movement and physical activity

Explore personal characteristics that can affect movement and performance

Identify aspects of motivation such as intrinsic and extrinsic feedback

Recognise how intrinsic motivation can be used appropriately to support participation and performance of individuals and groups at different levels

Recognise how extrinsic motivation can be used appropriately to support participation and performance of individuals and groups at different levels

Evaluate a range of physical activities to determine the appropriate forms of motivation

Investigate and/or demonstrate strategies to enhance motivation and manage anxiety

Explore motivational strategies related to a range of cultures

Explore and/or participate in communities of exercise that motivate individuals and groups to participate in and improve performance

Describe the importance of self-regulation in group physical activity or sporting environments

Investigate the influence of group dynamics and social interaction in encouraging participation in movement and performance