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Lesson 6 - Unit Assessment and Skills Review

Technical Mastery & Analysis

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Year 8

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Cricket

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Big Question

How can you demonstrate mastery of cricket skills and accurately assess your own performance against success criteria?

Learning Objectives

To describe the core skills needed for success in cricket
To demonstrate the core skills and techniques including bowling and batting
To be able to self-assess performance using the curriculum matrix

Key Outcomes

Students will accurately identify and describe key cricket skills
Students will demonstrate improved bowling, batting and fielding techniques
Students will use assessment criteria to evaluate their own and peers' performance

Equipment & Resources Required

Cricket Equipment

15 (1 per 2 students)

Check for damage, ensure appropriate size for students

Alternative: Rounders bats, tennis rackets for modified games

Tennis Balls

Use appropriate ball type for skill level and safety

Alternative: Soft practice balls, wind balls for safety

Handballs

Distribute to areas where beginners are practicing

Alternative: Foam balls for less confident students

iPads

6 (1 per group)

Load assessment matrix app, ensure battery charged

Alternative: Printed assessment sheets, observation clipboards

Stumps

12 sets (3 stumps each)

Mix of metal, wood, and plastic for different activities

Alternative: Cones, skittles, chalk marks on wall

Cones

Use for self-assessment positioning and game boundaries

Alternative: Markers, bibs for boundaries

Hoops

Mark target areas for bowling accuracy practice

Alternative: Chalk circles, rope circles

Key Vocabulary

Core skills

The fundamental techniques in cricket: bowling, batting, fielding, and wicket-keeping

Success criteria

Specific, measurable standards that define successful performance at different levels

Self-assessment

The ability to evaluate your own performance honestly against set criteria

Tactical awareness

Understanding of game situations and making appropriate decisions

Game situation

The current context of play including score, field positions, and match conditions

Performance evaluation

The process of analysing and judging the quality of skills and decision-making

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic understanding of cricket rules and scoring
Fundamental batting grip and stance
Basic bowling action and fielding positions
Experience of modified cricket games

Current Skills

Consistent execution of core cricket techniques
Understanding of assessment criteria and self-evaluation
Application of skills in competitive game situations
Tactical awareness and decision-making

Next Steps

Advanced batting techniques including different shots
Bowling variations and tactical field placements
Leadership roles in team situations
Analysis of professional cricket performance

Milestone Indicators

Bowling consistently at target with correct technique

Batting with control and timing

Making tactical decisions during gameplay

Accurately self-assessing against criteria

Key Teaching Points

Emphasise honest self-assessment using specific evidence from performance
Connect all activities directly to assessment criteria and levels
Encourage peer coaching using technical cricket vocabulary
Monitor game situations for opportunities to highlight tactical awareness
Celebrate individual progress and improvement throughout the unit
Ensure equal opportunities for all students in different game roles
Use questioning to deepen understanding of performance levels

Common Misconceptions

Thinking self-assessment means being modest rather than accurate
Believing that only batting and bowling matter for cricket assessment
Assuming that natural ability is more important than technique and effort
Misunderstanding that assessment levels are about comparison with others rather than personal criteria
Thinking that tactical awareness only applies to advanced players

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Break activities into shorter segments, provide clear boundaries and expectations, offer movement breaks and specific roles to maintain engagement

dyspraxia

Use larger, softer equipment, simplify game rules initially, provide additional practice time and step-by-step instructions for complex skills

autism spectrum

Provide clear structure and routine, allow quiet spaces for self-assessment, use visual schedules for game rotations and activities

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured balls and stumps, provide verbal descriptions of demonstrations, pair with sighted buddy for support and guidance

hearing impairment

Use clear visual demonstrations and gestures, provide written instructions and assessment criteria, ensure face-to-face communication

physical disability

Modify batting stance and equipment as needed, reduce field size and distances, provide alternative scoring methods and participation roles

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Technical vocabulary development, communication skills in peer assessment, presenting self-evaluation to others

Maths

Scoring systems in games, calculating run rates and averages, measuring distances for boundaries and bowling

Science

Forces and motion in ball flight, effects of exercise on body systems, biomechanics of cricket actions

ICT

Using iPad apps for assessment, recording and analysing performance data, digital citizenship during technology use

PSHE

Self-evaluation and honest reflection, setting personal targets, giving and receiving feedback constructively, leadership development

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Central location with clear sight lines to all game areas, moving between groups to provide support and observe assessment evidence

Observation Focus

Technical skill execution, tactical decision-making, positive communication, leadership qualities, honest self-assessment

Intervention Points

Step in for safety concerns, disputes over rules, students struggling with self-assessment, or to provide additional challenge

Demonstration Notes

Model self-assessment process using specific examples, demonstrate how to give constructive peer feedback, show excellent cricket technique when supporting learning

Verbal Cues

•'Show me your best technique now!'
•'Use the assessment words to explain that'
•'What would Level 4 performance look like here?'
•'Be specific about what you observed'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Minimum 40m x 30m outdoor space or large sports hall with adequate ceiling height

Surface Check

Even surface free from holes, stones or debris that could cause injury

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check cricket bats for damage, splinters or loose handles
•Ensure balls are appropriate hardness for skill level and age group
•Verify stumps are secure and safe design
•Confirm iPads are charged and in protective cases

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Ball strikes to head or body during batting and fielding
•Collision between students during gameplay
•Trip hazards from equipment or uneven surfaces
•Overexertion during competitive games

Risk Mitigation

•Use appropriate ball type (tennis/wind balls) for skill level
•Establish clear boundaries and safe zones for each game
•Ensure adequate spacing between multiple games
•Emphasise controlled bowling at appropriate pace
•Monitor student fatigue and provide rest periods

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position to observe all game areas simultaneously
•Monitor high-activity batting and bowling areas closely
•Ensure fair play and safety rule adherence
•Be prepared to stop activity if safety concerns arise

Emergency Procedures

Stop all activity immediately, assess injury, provide appropriate first aid, send for additional help if required