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Lesson 8 - Unit Assessment & Tournament

Team Skills & Leadership Strategies

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Year 8

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Sport Education

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Big Question

What makes a truly successful team beyond just winning on the scoreboard?

Learning Objectives

Lead their own warm-up and drills & fitness challenge with confidence and competence
Demonstrate fair play and good sportsmanship under match conditions consistently
Complete accurate self and peer assessment using specific criteria and evidence
Set realistic and challenging targets for future performances in basketball leadership and game performance

Key Outcomes

Students will independently lead effective warm-up sessions using appropriate basketball skills
Students will demonstrate leadership qualities and sportsmanship during competitive matches
Students will accurately assess their own and peers' performance using established criteria
Students will create specific, measurable targets for continued basketball and leadership development

Equipment & Resources Required

Basketball

1 per 4 students (8 total for class of 32)

Distributed to team captains at start of lesson for warm-up leadership

Alternative: Size 5 footballs or playground balls for modified games

Coloured Bibs

4 sets of 8 different colours

Pre-sorted by teams established in previous lessons

Alternative: Team bands or coloured cones to identify teams

Dish Cones

20 cones minimum

Used for court boundaries and drill stations during warm-up

Alternative: Chalk lines on outdoor courts or tape markers

Score Sheets

1 per match (4 total)

Clipboards distributed to media managers for easy completion

Alternative: Digital tablets or shared assessment grids

Stopwatch

1 per court (2 total)

Given to referees for accurate timing of match periods

Alternative: Smartphone timer apps or wall clock with second hand

Key Vocabulary

Season Report

A comprehensive summary of team and individual performance throughout the tournament

Tournament Results

Final standings and outcomes from all competitive matches in the unit

Basketball Fundamentals

Core skills including dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive positioning

Leadership Qualities

Characteristics of effective leaders including communication, decision-making, and inspiration

Performance Analysis

Detailed examination of strengths, weaknesses, and improvement areas in basketball skills

Unit Reflection

Looking back on learning journey and identifying growth and development areas

Future Targets

Specific, measurable goals for continued improvement in basketball and leadership

Team Success

Achievement measured by teamwork, improvement, and sportsmanship as well as results

Skill Progression Pathway

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

Prior Learning

Students have developed basketball fundamental skills throughout the unit
Students understand the Sport Education model roles and responsibilities
Students have experience leading smaller group activities
Students can identify basic performance criteria in basketball

Current Skills

Leading full warm-up sessions with confidence and competence
Applying all basketball skills under competitive pressure
Demonstrating advanced leadership and communication skills
Conducting thorough self and peer assessment with specific evidence

Next Steps

Transfer leadership skills to other sporting contexts
Develop coaching and mentoring abilities with younger students
Apply assessment skills to evaluate performance in different sports
Use target-setting strategies for long-term athletic development

Milestone Indicators

Students independently organise and lead activities without teacher prompting

Students resolve conflicts and support teammates during competitive situations

Students provide specific, constructive feedback to peers with evidence

Students set targets that demonstrate understanding of skill progression pathways

Key Teaching Points

Leadership skills are demonstrated through actions, not just words - look for students supporting teammates and making positive decisions
Basketball fundamentals should be applied consistently under pressure - technique should not deteriorate during competitive play
Assessment should focus on personal growth and development rather than comparison with others - celebrate individual progress
Sportsmanship and fair play are more important than winning - reinforce positive behaviours immediately when observed
Target setting should be specific and achievable - help students create SMART goals that will motivate continued development
Tournament play provides authentic context for applying leadership and basketball skills - use real pressure to assess true competence
Self and peer assessment develops metacognitive skills - guide students to provide specific evidence for their judgements

Common Misconceptions

Misconception: Good leaders must be the loudest or most vocal team members. Correction: Effective leadership includes listening, encouraging quietly, and leading by positive example
Misconception: Basketball success is only measured by scoring points. Correction: Success includes teamwork, defence, passing, and supporting teammates effectively
Misconception: Assessment is about finding faults and weaknesses. Correction: Assessment identifies strengths to build upon and areas for positive development
Misconception: Competitive games are just about winning. Correction: Competition provides opportunities to demonstrate character, resilience, and sportsmanship
Misconception: Unit assessments are final judgements of ability. Correction: Assessments show current progress and inform future learning goals and development pathways

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Break activities into shorter segments with clear instructions, provide regular movement opportunities, use positive reinforcement frequently, assign specific roles to maintain focus

dyspraxia

Use larger basketballs and lower targets, provide extra practice time for skill development, break down complex movements into smaller steps, offer peer support partnerships

autism spectrum

Provide clear routine structure and advance warning of transitions, create quiet zones for breaks, use visual schedules and social stories, allow for sensory breaks if needed

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured basketballs with contrasting court markings, provide verbal commentary during demonstrations, establish consistent positioning and clear audio cues, buddy system for navigation

hearing impairment

Use visual demonstrations and hand signals for communication, provide written instructions and assessment sheets, ensure clear sight lines for lip reading, use vibrating timers for time signals

physical disability

Adapt basketball rules for wheelchair users or reduced mobility, modify equipment size and height, adjust court dimensions, provide alternative roles such as scorer or coach

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Developing communication skills through leadership roles, writing season reports and assessments, using specific basketball vocabulary accurately, presenting to audiences

Science

Understanding biomechanics of shooting technique, analysing forces and motion in basketball, exploring cardiovascular responses to exercise, investigating reaction times

Geography

Understanding spatial awareness and positioning, mapping court spaces and movements, exploring origins and global popularity of basketball

ICT

Using digital devices for timing and scoring, creating multimedia season reports, analysing performance using video technology, developing presentation skills

Mathematics

Calculating tournament scores and statistics, analysing performance data, measuring time intervals during matches, understanding percentages for shooting accuracy

PSHE

Developing leadership qualities and responsibility, managing competitive emotions and pressure, building resilience and perseverance, demonstrating respect and empathy

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Position centrally between two courts for optimal visibility of all activities, move actively during competitive play to monitor interactions and safety

Observation Focus

Watch for leadership development in action, application of basketball skills under pressure, demonstration of sportsmanship and fair play, emotional responses to competitive outcomes

Intervention Points

Step in immediately for safety concerns, intervene if sportsmanship standards drop, provide support for students struggling with competitive pressure, facilitate conflict resolution if needed

Demonstration Notes

Demonstrate effective leadership by modelling positive communication, show examples of good sportsmanship in action, highlight tactical applications during breaks in play

Verbal Cues

•'Show me your leadership skills in action!'
•'Remember, how you play is more important than the score!'
•'Use the skills you've practiced throughout the unit!'
•'Support your teammates with positive communication!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Full sports hall minimum 30m x 20m for two basketball courts, clear of obstacles with appropriate height clearance for shooting

Surface Check

Non-slip sports hall flooring, dry and clean, basketball court markings clearly visible and safe

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check basketballs are properly inflated and in good condition
•Ensure basketball hoops are securely fixed and at appropriate height
•Cones positioned safely away from playing areas to prevent trips
•Assessment clipboards kept away from active playing areas

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Player collisions during competitive matches
•Falls when shooting or jumping for rebounds
•Overexertion during competitive tournament play
•Ball strikes to head or body during passing activities

Risk Mitigation

•Clear court boundaries established and maintained throughout matches
•Adequate spacing between courts to prevent interference
•Progressive skill building throughout unit reduces technical errors
•Regular hydration breaks and monitoring for fatigue
•Referees trained to prioritise safety over game flow

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Teacher positioned centrally with visibility of both basketball courts
•Active circulation during competitive matches to monitor intensity levels
•Student referees briefed on safety priorities and emergency procedures
•First aid kit accessible and known location communicated to all

Emergency Procedures

Immediate stop of all activity, assessment of injury, appropriate first aid response, clear evacuation routes maintained, emergency contact procedures known to all staff