Head of Department: MISS FAULKNER Examination Board OCR
Physical Education THE SUBJECT IS ASSESSED IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS: 60% of the course is assessed via written examination Paper 1 ● Physical Factors assessing performance. ● Written Exam: 30% (raw mark available 60). ● This paper is 1 hour. Paper 2 ● Socio-cultural issues and Sports Psychology. ● Written Exam: 30% (raw mark available 60). ● Practical Performance in Physical Education: 40%. ● This paper is 1 hour. 40% of the course is assessed internally and externally moderated Students are required to perform 3 sports performances each worth 10%. One performance must be individual, one team and one ‘other’. Students must also complete a written analysis of performance on one of their sports which is worth 10%. REQUIREMENTS OF THE COURSE: There will be an expectation that students wishing to opt for GCSE PE will already be involved in competitive sport both in and outside of school. All GCSE students will be expected to commit to extra-curricular clubs in order to develop and enhance their skills.
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