- Class: Primary 6
- Term: 1st Term
- Week: 2
- Age: 11 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science And Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
- Previous Lesson: Meaning And Components Of Physical Fitness
- Topic: How to Measure Agility
- Content: How to Measure Agility
Performance Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive Domain: Explain the different methods of measuring agility.
- Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of agility in maintaining physical fitness.
- Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate the 10 meters shuttle race and standing broad jump.
- Social Domain: Collaborate with peers in group agility exercises.
Reference Materials
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Agile Sherpas – How to Measure Business Agility
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Agility cones for shuttle races
- Measuring tape for standing broad jump
- Balance beam for balance tests
- Charts illustrating the agility tests
Rationale for the Lesson
Understanding how to measure agility is crucial for pupils’ physical development. Agility is important for various sports and daily activities that require quick movements, coordination, and balance. Measuring agility allows pupils to evaluate and improve their fitness levels.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge
Pupils have learned about the meaning and components of physical fitness and have participated in basic fitness activities such as running, jumping, and stretching.
Instructional Procedures
Learning Area: Measuring Agility
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 mins | Discussion | Interactive Discussion | Introduce the topic of agility, linking it to physical fitness. | Listen and share their prior knowledge about physical activities. | Understanding the relevance of agility in fitness. |
| Step 2: Measuring Agility (10 Meters Shuttle Race) | 10 mins | Demonstration | Hands-on Practice | Explain and demonstrate how to perform the 10 meters shuttle race. | Observe the demonstration and then practice in groups. | Pupils learn to perform the shuttle race correctly. |
| Step 3: Measuring Power (Standing Broad Jump) | 10 mins | Demonstration | Hands-on Practice | Explain and demonstrate the standing broad jump for measuring power. | Participate in the standing broad jump exercise. | Understanding the relationship between power and agility. |
| Step 4: Measuring Flexibility (Straight Knee Stretch) | 5 mins | Demonstration | Individual Participation | Explain and show the straight knee stretch test for flexibility. | Follow the demonstration and attempt the stretch exercise. | Pupils improve flexibility through the stretch exercise. |
| Step 5: Balance Test (Beam Walk) | 5 mins | Demonstration | Guided Practice | Explain and guide pupils through the balance beam walk test. | Take turns walking on the balance beam under guidance. | Pupils develop balance and coordination skills. |
| Note-taking | 2 mins | Explanation | Written Exercise | Instruct pupils to write down key points on measuring agility. | Pupils take notes on how to measure agility. | Reinforces understanding of agility tests. |
| Evaluation & Conclusion | 3 mins | Q&A | Oral Questioning | Ask pupils to explain how to measure agility and its importance. | Respond to questions and provide feedback. | Pupils’ comprehension of agility measurements is assessed. |
Lesson Content
Measuring Agility
Agility is the ability to change direction quickly and efficiently. Measuring agility helps us know how fast and well we can move our body in different directions.
How to measure agility
- 10 Meters Shuttle Race: This test measures how fast you can run between two points that are 10 meters apart. It shows how quickly you can change direction.
- Standing Broad Jump (Power): This test measures the power in your legs by seeing how far you can jump from a standing position.
- Flexibility (Straight Knee Stretch): This measures how flexible your muscles are by stretching forward while keeping your knees straight.
- Balance Beam Walk: This test checks how well you can balance by walking on a narrow beam without falling.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Explain what agility is and why it is important.
- Describe how to measure agility using the shuttle race.
- Demonstrate the standing broad jump.
- Explain how flexibility is measured.
- Walk on the balance beam without falling.
