Rescue Skills Peer Assessment Practice
Students observe partner rescue sequences and provide structured constructive feedback using assessment criteria
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Students observe partner rescue sequences and provide structured constructive feedback using assessment criteria
Quick Info
moderate
20
Depends on skill being demonstrated - pool facility for water skills, sports hall for land-based, minimum 3m x 3m per pair
Equipment Required
Assessment criteria sheets
1 per pair (15-20 sheets)
Pencils or pens
1 per pair
Waterproof pouches (if poolside)
1 per pair
Feedback structure display poster
1-2 visible to all
Equipment for chosen skills
Varies by skill (e.g., rescue mannequins, balls, mats)
Cards
As needed
Pencils
As needed
Laminating pouches
As needed
Display
As needed
PE Equipment
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Water Safety
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Peer Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Assessment
Skills
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Weather
All Weather
Values
Responsibility
Communication
Respect
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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