Overview

This 45-minute session (lesson 8 of 20) is part of the unit Healthy Lifestyles in Sport for Year 9, focusing on facilitating a workshop on Assignment 2. The aim is to support students in applying their previous knowledge by drafting their assessments and engaging in peer feedback.

This lesson is fully aligned with the National Curriculum for England (PE programme of study: Key Stage 3), emphasising knowledge application, critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills.

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Learning Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:

• Apply knowledge from previous lessons related to healthy lifestyles and sport to draft sections of their Assignment 2.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively by providing and receiving structured peer feedback.
• Demonstrate understanding of key concepts related to healthy lifestyles and physical activity through practical written work.

National Curriculum links:

• Physical Education KS3: Pupils should be taught to:
  • Engage in analysis and evaluation of performance to improve, including understanding the effects of healthy lifestyles on physical activity and sport.
  • Develop collaborative skills, including feedback and peer assessment to refine performance and understanding.
  • Understand the benefits of regular exercise and how to apply knowledge when planning for fitness and health.

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Resources Needed

• Student laptops/tablets or paper for drafting assessments
• Printed Assignment 2 brief and rubric
• Peer feedback worksheets (with sentence starters and assessment criteria)
• Whiteboard or flip chart for key points
• Timer
• Comfortable seating arranged in pairs or small groups (for peer discussion)

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Lesson Structure

Starter (5 minutes)

• Recap and Connect: Brief whole-class oral recap of key concepts covered in previous lessons related to healthy lifestyles in sport (nutrition, exercise benefits, mental wellbeing, injury prevention).
• Teacher prompts students to reflect on which topics they feel most confident and those needing further work for Assignment 2.
• Set clear expectations for today's workshop: drafting and peer feedback.

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Main Activity (35 minutes)

Part 1: Drafting (20 minutes)

• Students work individually to draft relevant sections of their Assignment 2 using their notes and previous lesson materials.
• Teacher circulates the room, providing individual support and clarifying any queries about content or structure.
• Encourage students to focus on demonstrating understanding and practical application—e.g., explaining how healthy lifestyles influence sport performance.

Part 2: Peer Feedback (15 minutes)

• Students pair up or form small groups (3-4 students) to exchange drafted work.
• Using the peer feedback worksheet, students provide constructive feedback, focusing on:
  • Content accuracy and depth
  • Clarity of expression
  • Use of key terminology
  • Suggestions for improvement
• Teacher models an example feedback exchange on the board.
• Key skills: respectful communication, critical thinking, and using evidence to support feedback.
• Rotate pairs if time permits for wider input.

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Plenary (5 minutes)

• Whole-class debrief: selected students share how peer feedback helped them identify strengths and areas to develop.
• Teacher summarizes the importance of drafting, revising, and collaboration in both academic work and sporting contexts.
• Highlight next steps: refining drafts for submission in future lessons.

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Assessments

• Formative: Observation of student engagement during drafting and quality of peer feedback.
• Review peer feedback worksheets for understanding and ability to critique constructively.
• Teacher notes on individual needs for targeted support in upcoming lessons.

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Differentiation and Inclusion

• Provide scaffolded feedback worksheets with sentence starters and key vocabulary for students who need support.
• Challenge more able students to integrate additional knowledge (e.g., links between nutrition and mental wellbeing within sport) in their assignments.
• Ensure all students have opportunity to speak and receive feedback, promoting confidence and social learning.

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Extension/Homework

• Students revise their drafts at home based on feedback to prepare for final submission.
• Optional: Research and bring examples of professional athletes demonstrating healthy lifestyle choices to discuss in the next lesson.

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Bonus: King's Trust Multiple Choice and Short Answer Questions

To complement this lesson and expand cross-curricular understanding, here are sets of questions for the King's Trust programme on "Rights of an Employee" and "How Employees Resolve Disputes at Work."

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Multiple Choice Questions (30)

1. What is one basic right of an employee?

   • a) Unlimited holiday
   • b) Safe working conditions
   • c) Choosing salary
   • d) Ignoring company policies

2. Which of the following is an example of workplace discrimination?

   • a) Equal pay for all
   • b) Dismissing someone for their race
   • c) Offering flexible hours
   • d) Providing training opportunities

3. How can employees formally resolve disputes at work?

   • a) Ignoring the issue
   • b) Discussing with a union representative
   • c) Quitting immediately
   • d) Spreading rumours

4. What legislation protects employee rights in the UK?

   • a) Employee Rights Act 2010
   • b) Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
   • c) Employment Rights Act 1996
   • d) National Curriculum Act 1988

5. When an employee feels unfairly treated, the first step is usually to

   • a) Take legal action
   • b) Raise a grievance with their employer
   • c) Stop coming to work
   • d) Post complaints on social media

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(Add 25 more questions following a similar pattern on rights like holiday entitlement, parental leave, types of contracts, dispute resolution methods, grievance and disciplinary procedures.)

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Write-On Questions (10)

1. Define what is meant by “employee rights” in the workplace.
2. Describe three ways an employer must ensure employee safety.
3. Explain the steps an employee should take if they want to raise a grievance.
4. Discuss why it is important for employees to know their rights.
5. Describe how union representatives can support employees in workplace disputes.
6. Explain the difference between a contract of employment and a zero-hours contract.
7. Describe what is meant by ‘discrimination’ in the workplace and give an example.
8. Explain the role of the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) in workplace disputes.
9. Discuss the importance of resolving workplace disputes promptly.
10. Describe how communication skills can help employees resolve conflicts at work.

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Final Notes

This lesson plan and question bank provide an engaging blend of practical skill development in PE with cross-curricular life skills from the King's Trust programme, reflecting a holistic approach in line with the National Curriculum’s emphasis on preparing young people for lifelong wellbeing and citizenship.

This approach not only supports development in physical education but also enables students to appreciate their rights and responsibilities within wider societal contexts, fully aligning with UK educational values.

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