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This unit develops Year 8 students' interpersonal and leadership skills through progressive team challenges that require communication, trust, and strategic thinking. Moving beyond traditional sport-based PE, it addresses the critical social and emotional competencies needed for adolescent development whilst maintaining physical engagement. The unit creates a safe environment for exploring vulnerability, leadership roles, and collaborative problem-solving under increasingly complex conditions.

Lessons in This Unit

6 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Effective Communication
1h

Big Question:

How can effective communication transform teamwork and problem-solving in challenging situations?

Key Objectives:

  • • Demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication strategies with partners and groups
  • • Work collaboratively with others, actively listening and responding appropriately

Lesson 2

Partnership and Cooperation Skills
59 min

Big Question:

How can effective communication and trust transform the way we work together?

Key Objectives:

  • • Develop self-motivation and physical confidence in competitive and cooperative situations
  • • Work effectively with partners through communication and trust

Lesson 3

Strategic Problem Solving
1h 10min

Big Question:

How does strategic planning improve team performance under pressure?

Key Objectives:

  • • Develop and implement effective team strategies through planning and evaluation
  • • Perform with control and poise under pressure in team problem-solving situations

Lesson 4

Trust Through Blindfold Challenges
1h 16min

Big Question:

Can you truly lead and support others when you can't rely on sight?

Key Objectives:

  • • To develop effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills in challenging situations
  • • To build trust and demonstrate trustworthiness when working with partners and teams

Lesson 5

Leadership in Team Building
1h

Big Question:

What makes an effective leader in competitive team situations?

Key Objectives:

  • • Demonstrate self-motivation and physical confidence in competitive situations
  • • Apply leadership qualities effectively within team contexts

Lesson 6

Control and Poise Under Pressure
1h

Big Question:

How can we maintain control and composure when working under pressure in team challenges?

Key Objectives:

  • • Perform physical challenges with control and poise
  • • Demonstrate composure under competitive pressure