Introduction to Sport and Active Recreation

Unit code: SSM1101 | Study level: Undergraduate
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
City Campus
Footscray Park
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Overview

This unit introduces students to the breadth of sport and active recreation in Australia. It contributes to an understanding of definitions, theories and principles specific to the sport and active recreation. Students gain an understanding of the structure and role of government, community organisations and businesses in sport and recreation service delivery. Through debating contemporary issues this unit also assists students to develop a personal and professional philosophy about sport and active recreation service delivery.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Explain definitions, theories and principles related to sport and active recreation;
  2. Investigate sport and active recreation services in Australia and discuss how these services fit within the community context;
  3. Articulate the roles of government, non-profit and commercial organisations in the delivery of local and national sport and active recreation services;
  4. Reflect upon direct experiences of sport/recreation and relate these to the studied theories/contexts;
  5. Collaborate to locate, analyse and present contemporary sport or active recreation issues; and,
  6. Participate in an academic community through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.

Study as a single unit

This unit can be studied on its own, without enrolling in a full degree.

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Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Other
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Grade: 10%
Group mind map of a contemporary sport and recreation issue
Assessment type: Essay
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Grade: 50%
Reflective essay based on lifestyle journal
Assessment type: Presentation
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Grade: 40%
Group presentation and individual responses
Assessment type: Other
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Grade: 0%
Evidence of completion of the Academic Integrity Modules

Required reading

Selected readings will be made available via the unit VU Collaborate site.

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