Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course, students will be able to:
- plan, implement and evaluate training sessions in sports, taking into account aspects relating to inclusion and norm-critical considerations,
- discuss the role of the coach from various didactic perspectives.
Course Content
The course examines the role of the coach from various didactic perspectives, with particular emphasis on inclusion and norms related to different movement cultures within sports. Students will practice planning, implementing and evaluating training sessions, as well as how aspects relating to inclusion fall within a coaches role. Didactic discussions related to the coaching role are continuously addressed throughout the course.
Assessment
- Project work – individual documented portfolio of training sessions and practical presentations
- Written individual and written group assignments
Grades
The grading scale used for the final course grade is U–VG.
Grades are reported as follows:
- Coaching and Sport Didactics - 7.5 Credits | U–VG
Entry Requirements
- Sport Pedagogy 7,5 credits and Sustainable Sports Coaching 7,5 credits
Other Information
This course cannot be counted towards the same degree along with courses that have equivalent content.
If the student has received a decision/recommendation granting study support from Dalarna University because of a disability, then the examiner has the right to offer an alternative examination arrangement. The examiner takes into account the objectives in the course syllabus when deciding whether the examination can be adapted in accordance with the decision/recommendation.