Grade 8 Ringette / Floorball Comparison Assignment

Dear girls,

You may use the following websites to help you complete this assignment:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ringette

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Floorball

(Only focus on the ‘Game Play’ Sections.)

Please fill out the following table (I have included some examples):

 

Ringette	Both	Floorball
-Played on ice	-stick sports -5 players + a goalie	-Played on a gym floor

 

After completing this table, please select two other ‘similar’ sports and create an identical table using those two sports.  (If you are not sure the two sports you would like to use are similar enough, please ask Ms. Quinn.  Some examples are: volleyball/tennis, soccer/basketball, softball/cricket, etc.)

This assignment is due on Friday, February 17th, 2012 OR Monday, February 27th, 2012.  Ms. Quinn will let you know how to submit your assignment to her dropbox via facebook.  

The following rubric will help you with your assignment:

Achievement level	Descriptor
1–2	The use of terminology is inconsistent, inappropriate or incorrect. Demonstrates a limited knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies and rules related to Ringette and Floorball. Doesn’t show enough knowledge to analyze or solve problems or is very limited with it.
3–4	Uses basic terminology that is sometimes inaccurate or inappropriate. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies and rules related to Ringette and Floorball. Uses this knowledge to solve problems in familiar situations.
5–6	Uses a range of terminology accurately and appropriately in some situations. Demonstrates a good knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies and rules related to Ringette and Floorball. Uses this knowledge to solve problems in and some familiar and unfamiliar situations.
7–8	Uses a wide range of physical education terminology accurately and appropriately in most situations. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies and rules related to Ringette and Floorball. Uses this knowledge effectively to analyze and solve problems in various situations.

 

Grade 10 Ice Sports Assignment

 

Your first term PE assignment is to investigate and report on an ice sport that interests you.

So far we have played:

• Hockey
• Bandy
• Ringette (Wednesday)
• Curling (Next Wednesday)

Choose an ice sport:

• Wikipedia list of winter sports

(Please focus on a team sport, or an Olympic / competitive sport.)

Once you have chosen an ice sport that interests you, investigate the following aspects of the sport:

• What it is
• History
• How it’s played
• Where it’s played
• Rules and Equipment
• Tactics and Strategies
• Big competitions
• Famous player(s) and/or top teams

Decide how to present what you find in an interesting way.  This assignment can be completed using a number of different media.  Here are some examples of media that you can use:

• Essay
• Book
• Brochure
• Poster
• Slideshow
• Collage
• Etc.

Please use the rubric below to help you create this assignment.

Ms. Quinn will chat with each of you this week (February 1^st) to discuss your assignment.

The FINAL date for submitting your assignment for grading is Wednesday, February 15^th, 2012.

Criterion A: Use of Knowledge Rubric

Achievement level	Descriptor
0	The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below.
1-2	The use of terminology is inconsistent, inappropriate or incorrect. Demonstrates a limited knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Sometimes uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
3-4	Uses basic terminology that is sometimes inaccurate or inappropriate. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
5-6	Uses a range of terminology accurately and appropriately in some situations. Demonstrates a good knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar and some unfamiliar situations.
7-8	Uses a wide range of physical education terminology accurately and appropriately in most situations. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge wisely and effectively to analyse and solve problems in familiar and unfamiliar situations.

 

Grade 9 Hockey Assignment

Your first term PE assignment is to investigate and report on one aspect of Ice Hockey.

Choose one:

• History of Ice Hockey
• The life and career of a Professional Hockey player
• Hockey terminology
• Hockey skills and techniques
• Hockey rules of the game
• Hockey strategy and or tactics

• Famous Hockey tournament
• How to get involved in Hockey in Finland
• Instructional guide / video for beginning Hockey players
• Benefits of playing Hockey regularly (physical, social, etc.)
• Other (with Ms. Quinn’s approval.)

Once you have chosen an aspect of Ice Hockey that interests you, decide how to present what you find in an interesting way.  This assignment can be completed using a number of different media.  Here are some examples of media that you can use:

• Notebook / Journal
• Photos
• Video
• Sketches / Drawings
• Blog / Website
• Slideshow
• Other

Please use the rubric below to help you create this assignment.

Ms. Quinn will chat with you tomorrow (January 31st) to discuss exactly what aspect of Ice Hockey you would like to investigate and the best way for you to present it.

The FINAL date for submitting your assignment for grading is Tuesday, February 14^th, 2012.

Criterion A: Use of Knowledge Rubric

Achievement level	Descriptor
0	The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below.
1-2	The use of terminology is inconsistent, inappropriate or incorrect.Demonstrates a limited knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Sometimes uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
3-4	Uses basic terminology that is sometimes inaccurate or inappropriate.Demonstrates a basic knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
5-6	Uses a range of terminology accurately and appropriately in some situations.Demonstrates a good knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar and some unfamiliar situations.
7-8	Uses a wide range of physical education terminology accurately and appropriately in most situations.Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge wisely and effectively to analyse and solve problems in familiar and unfamiliar situations.

Grade 5 Puberty Lesson #1

Dear Grade 5 Families,

Friday was the first grade 5 puberty lesson.  The students were very excited and some were possibly a bit nervous.

This lesson was coeducational and we started breaking the tension by asking “what comes to mind when you hear the word ‘Puberty’?”

Both classes had great suggestions and here is an example of what one class came up with:

After ‘breaking the ice’ we watched two Brain Pop videos – ‘Puberty’ and ‘The Reproductive System’ and students were able to ask questions after each video.  The grade 5’s were then paired-up and each pair was given a school Macbook that was open to brain pop and together they began to complete two worksheets, one for each video, by re-watching the same two videos at their own pace and pausing and reviewing as necessary.  The supporting teachers, Ms Quinn and Mr De Meester circulated to guide students and answer questions.  View the worksheets: Puberty Changes and Reproductive Systems.

(Please visit this link for photos.)

Most students weren’t able to complete these two worksheets in the allotted time, so they were asked to bring them home, complete them using the Brain Pop videos and share them with his/her parent(s) before returning them by this coming Thursday.

Finally, we introduced the anonymous question box that will stay in the classroom throughout the unit and the grade 5’s were given the opportunity to write an anonymous question and put it in the box.

The lesson went really well and we’re very excited to begin our gender specific classes next week.

Both girl and boy students are asked to bring their completed Brain Pop worksheets on Thursday so we are able to discuss the results.

Here is a very general overview of each week of the gender specific lessons and parents are asked to contact Ms Quinn or Mr De Meester via Wilma if they have any question:

	Girls	Boys
Week 1	CoeducationalPuberty (Changes)Reproductive Systems	CoeducationalPuberty (Changes)Reproductive Systems
Week 2	Review – Changes and Reproductive Systems Hygiene Breast Development and Bras	Review – Changes and Reproductive Systems Hygiene Voice Changes, Erections, Wet Dreams (Things are Changing Video)
Week 3	Menstruation and Periods(Brain Pop Video)	Open Group Discussion
Week 4	Relationships (to self / friends / family / boys) and Emotional and Social Changes	Relationships (to self / friends / family / girls) and Emotional and Social Changes

End of Trimester 1

As we approach the end of the first trimester, I just wanted to explain the relationship between your assessments and the grades you will receive.  This post is for both you and your parents.

This trimester you will be assessed on Criterion A, C, and D.

The main assessment breakdown is below:

Grade	8	9	10
Criterion A Use of Knowledge	Basketball mind map assignment	Water Sports water sport assignment	Tennis tennis assignment
Criterion C Performance	Soccer 8 vs. 9 soccer game	Soccer 8 vs. 9 soccer game	Soccer in-class performance
Criterion D Social Skills and Personal Engagement	All units plus online presence and extra-curricular activities	All units plus online presence and extra-curricular activities	All units plus online presence and extra-curricular activities

Criterion B (Movement Composition) is assessed once per grade per academic year.  This year all grades will be assessed for Criterion B in trimester 2.

The grade boundary has been adjusted in order to omit this Criterion:

Grade	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
Boundary	0 – 2	3 – 6	7 – 10	11 – 14	15 – 18	19 – 22	23 – 26
	very poor	poor	mediocre	satisfactory	good	very good	excellent

More information about the MYP PE Criterion on this page and this website.

The assignments for criterion A are on this website and have been communicated to you through our facebook groups.

Grade 8 – Basketball

Grade 9 – Water Sports

Grade 10 – Tennis

You have also received additional resources (videos, photos, websites,) as well as teacher support via the facebook groups.

Please feel free to message me in facebook or have your parents message me via email (alisonq@ish.edu.hel.fi) or Wilma if you (or they) have any questions regarding PE grading in the MYP.

Grade 9 Water Sport Assignment

Hi Girls,

Your first term PE assignment is to investigate and report on a water sport that interests you.

Choose a water sport:

• Wikipedia list of water sports

(Try to choose one that you know little about but want to learn more.)

Once you have chosen a water sport that interests you, investigate the following aspects of the sport:

• What it is
• History
• How it’s played
• Where it’s played
• Rules and Equipment
• Tactics and Strategies
• Big competitions
• Famous player(s) and/or top teams

Decide how to present what you find in an interesting way.  This assignment can be completed using a number of different media.  Here are some examples of media that you can use:

• Essay
• Book
• Brochure
• Poster
• Slideshow
• Collage
• Etc.

Please use the rubric below to help you create this assignment.

Ms. Quinn will chat with each of you next week (October 11^th) to discuss your assignment.

The FINAL date for submitting your assignment for grading is Tuesday, November 1^st, 2011

Criterion A: Use of Knowledge Rubric

Achievement level	Descriptor
0	The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below.
1-2	The use of terminology is inconsistent, inappropriate or incorrect.Demonstrates a limited knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Sometimes uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
3-4	Uses basic terminology that is sometimes inaccurate or inappropriate.Demonstrates a basic knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
5-6	Uses a range of terminology accurately and appropriately in some situations.Demonstrates a good knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar and some unfamiliar situations.
7-8	Uses a wide range of physical education terminology accurately and appropriately in most situations.Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge wisely and effectively to analyse and solve problems in familiar and unfamiliar situations.

Grade 8 Basketball Assignment

Hi Girls,

On Friday, October 7th,  you will be given the rough copy mind map template for you to complete for Monday, October 31st.

On Monday, October 31st you will be required to complete the good copy of the mind map.  Details are below:

Use the template provided to demonstrate all of your knowledge of basketball using words and pictures.

There are 4 sub-topics that you need to address: passing, shooting, tactics, and rules.

You may also add more sub-topics if you desire, (team play, etc.).

You will be provided with art supplies but please feel free to bring in your own to add to your assignment.

This is your opportunity to show ALL you know about the skills involved in the sport and different game situations, so put forth your best efforts.

Assessment will be based on Criterion A: Use of Knowledge (maximum 8 points).

Students are expected to have a knowledge and understanding of the physical activities or topics studied. They are also expected to be able to use this knowledge and understanding critically, and apply it to analyze situations and solve problems.

(There’s a copy of the rubric embedded at the end of this post.  It may be easier to read.)

Achievement level	Descriptor
1–2	The use of terminology is inconsistent, inappropriate or incorrect. Demonstrates a limited knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies and rules related to Basketball. Doesn’t show enough knowledge to analyze or solve problems or is very limited with it.
3–4	Uses basic terminology that is sometimes inaccurate or inappropriate. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies and rules related to Basketball. Uses this knowledge to solve problems in familiar situations.
5–6	Uses a range of terminology accurately and appropriately in some situations. Demonstrates a good knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies and rules related to Basketball. Uses this knowledge to solve problems in and some familiar and unfamiliar situations.
7–8	Uses a wide range of physical education terminology accurately and appropriately in most situations. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies and rules related to Basketball. Uses this knowledge effectively to analyze and solve problems in various situations.

Grade 10 Tennis Assignment

Grade 10 Tennis Assignment

Your first term PE assignment is to investigate and report on one aspect of Tennis.

Choose one:

• History of Tennis
• The life and career of a Professional Tennis player
• Tennis terminology
• Tennis skills and techniques
• Tennis rules of the game
• Tennis strategy and or tactics

• Famous Tennis tournament
• How to get involved in Tennis in Finland
• Instructional guide / video for beginning Tennis players
• Benefits of playing Tennis regularly (physical, social, etc.)
• Other (with Ms. Quinn’s approval.)

Once you have chosen an aspect of Tennis that interests you, decide how to present what you find in an interesting way.  This assignment can be completed using a number of different media.  Here are some examples of media that you can use:

• Notebook / Journal
• Photos
• Video
• Sketches / Drawings
• Blog / Website
• Slideshow
• Other

Please use the rubric below to help you create this assignment.

Ms. Quinn will chat with you next week (September 21^st) to discuss how you plan to present your handbook.

The FINAL date for submitting your handbook for grading is Wednesday, October 26^th, 2011

Criterion A: Use of Knowledge Rubric

Achievement level	Descriptor
0	The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below.
1-2	The use of terminology is inconsistent, inappropriate or incorrect. Demonstrates a limited knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Sometimes uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
3-4	Uses basic terminology that is sometimes inaccurate or inappropriate. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
5-6	Uses a range of terminology accurately and appropriately in some situations. Demonstrates a good knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar and some unfamiliar situations.
7-8	Uses a wide range of physical education terminology accurately and appropriately in most situations. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge wisely and effectively to analyse and solve problems in familiar and unfamiliar situations.

 

Grade 10 First Aid

PE – Grade 10 First Aid assessment task 2011

How to perform adult CPR

Grade 9 – Personal Development & Well-Being Unit Assignment

 

I am very excited to announce that our Personal Development and Well-Being unit begins this week.
I have begun to arrange a variety of specialists to come in and assist me in exposing the grade 9 girls class to a range of different activities.

Some of these activities include:
-Pilates
-Step and Aerobics
-Ballet
-Meditation
-Belly Dancing

Throughout this unit we will also be doing some cardio and weight-training using the facilities we have available at the Ruoholahti weight gym.

Your assignment will be to keep a ‘PE diary’ of all our classes and the activities we do over the next few weeks.

The diary can be presented using a number of mediums.  It can be a traditional diary, or an online diary (use Penzu.com) or written using your favorite word processing program.

(Here is a sample diary entry I wrote for this assignment.)

So ladies, remember to be prepared with comfortable clothing, a hair tie, water bottle, and indoor running or court shoes throughout this unit.

 

Here’s the rubric that will be used to assess your learning:

 

Criterion A: Use of Knowledge Rubric

Achievement level	Descriptor
0	The student does not reach a standard described by any of the descriptors given below.
1-2	The use of terminology is inconsistent, inappropriate or incorrect. Demonstrates a limited knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Sometimes uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
3-4	Uses basic terminology that is sometimes inaccurate or inappropriate. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar situations.
5-6	Uses a range of terminology accurately and appropriately in some situations. Demonstrates a good knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge to analyse and solve problems in familiar and some unfamiliar situations.
7-8	Uses a wide range of physical education terminology accurately and appropriately in most situations. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, strategies, techniques and rules related to the physical education topic or activity. Uses this knowledge wisely and effectively to analyse and solve problems in familiar and unfamiliar situations.