Self-Assessment Cone Positioning
Students choose coloured cones to represent their self-assessed performance level without knowing what colours represent
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About This Activity
Students choose coloured cones to represent their self-assessed performance level without knowing what colours represent
Quick Info
5 mins
low
25
Standard classroom or hall space with room for 4 distinct areas
Equipment Required
Coloured Cones
4 (different colours)
Camera or tablet
1
Digital Cameras
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Self Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Low Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Self-Control
Honesty
Responsibility
Cooperation
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Assessment
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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