- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 8
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science and Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Physical and Health Education
- Previous Lesson: Meaning and Types of Jump
- Topic: Basic Skills in High Jump
- Content: The Flop, Straddle, Western Roll, Eastern Roll, Scissors
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
Cognitive Domain:
- Define the high jump and mention its basic skills.
Affective Domain:
- Show enthusiasm during class participation and respect for peers during group demonstrations.
Psychomotor Domain:
- Demonstrate the correct techniques for performing basic high jump skills like the Scissors, Western Roll, and the Flop.
Social Domain:
- Cooperate with classmates in groups during practical demonstrations of high jump techniques.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9-Year Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from BBC – High jump in athletics – Athletics – essential skills and techniques
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Pictures or videos of high jump techniques
- Diagrams showing different techniques of the high jump
- Mats and high jump stands for practical demonstrations
- Whistle for activity management
Rationale for the Lesson:
It is important for pupils to understand the basic skills in high jump as it promotes physical fitness, coordination, and agility, which are essential for daily life activities and athletics.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils already know about the various types of jumps such as the long jump, and they have basic knowledge of jumping techniques.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Learning Area: Basic Skills in High Jump
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction (Set induction) | 5 minutes | Interactive Method | Discussion | Introduces the lesson by explaining what high jump is, showing images of the activity. | Listen attentively, observe images, and respond to questions on high jump definition. | Pupils understand the definition of high jump and the techniques involved. |
| Step 2: The Flop Technique | 10 minutes | Demonstration | Guided practice | Explains the “Flop” method in high jump and demonstrates how it is done. | Watch the demonstration and attempt to mimic the “Flop” technique. | Pupils can identify and attempt the Flop technique. |
| Step 3: Straddle and Western Roll | 10 minutes | Demonstration | Group work | Demonstrates the Straddle and Western Roll techniques and breaks the class into groups. | Practice these techniques in groups under the guidance of the teacher. | Pupils learn the basic steps of the Straddle and Western Roll through practice. |
| Step 4: Scissors Technique | 5 minutes | Demonstration | Observation | Shows pupils how to perform the Scissors jump, emphasizing leg and arm movement. | Pupils observe and then try to replicate the movements individually. | Pupils grasp the mechanics of the Scissors technique through direct participation. |
| Step 5: Eastern Roll Technique | 5 minutes | Demonstration | Discussion | Introduces and explains the Eastern Roll technique, discussing its history and usage. | Pupils listen and then practice the technique under supervision. | Pupils understand and attempt the Eastern Roll technique. |
| Step 6: Note taking | 3 minutes | Explanation | Individual work | Instructs pupils to write down the techniques they have learned. | Pupils copy notes on high jump skills and techniques. | Pupils document their learning for future reference. |
| Step 7: Evaluation and Conclusion | 2 minutes | Oral Questions | Assessment | Asks questions to test pupils’ understanding and summarize key points of the lesson. | Pupils respond to questions and reflect on what they have learned. | Pupils recall the different high jump techniques and their key features. |
Lesson Content
Basic Skills in High Jump
The high jump is a track and field event in which the athlete must jump over a horizontal bar set at a measured height without knocking it down. There are different techniques to perform the high jump:
- The Flop: In this technique, the athlete jumps with their back facing the bar and lands on their back. It is the most popular technique used today.
- The Straddle: In this technique, the athlete clears the bar facing downwards.
- The Western Roll: The athlete jumps sideways and rolls over the bar.
- The Eastern Roll: This is a less common style where the athlete rolls over the bar with their body slightly tilted to the side.
- The Scissors: The athlete kicks one leg up, followed by the other, making a scissoring motion to clear the bar.
Lesson Evaluation:
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define high jump.
- List and describe the basic techniques of high jump.
- Demonstrate the Flop and Scissors techniques.
- Which high jump technique involves landing on the back?
- Which technique makes use of a scissoring motion to clear the bar?
