Basic Skills In High Jump (Primary 6)

Mercy Egwim
September 10, 2024
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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.