Medium Term Plan - Outdoor and Adventurous Activities - Year 8

The Medium Term Plan for Outdoor and Adventurous Activities is designed for Year 8 students and spans across six lessons. The curriculum aims to enhance communication and teamwork skills through various challenges and problem-solving tasks. Students are expected to engage both physically and mentally, utilising learning and thinking skills to navigate through the activities. The course content covers knowledge such as group problem-solving techniques, following instructions, assuming different roles, and performance review to improve outcomes. Skills development is central to the program, with a focus on communication, problem solving, teamwork, trust, time management, and organisation.

Each lesson builds upon the last, starting with simple problem-solving exercises and advancing to more complex tasks requiring self-review and performance improvement. The key concepts include accurate replication of outdoor adventurous activity (OAA) skills, developing physical and mental capacity, enhancing skills and performance, and honing decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Personal development is also a core element, with students learning resilience, communication, sportsmanship, and leadership. The plan outlines a variety of activities, from the 'Stink Bomb' challenge to 'Capture the Flag', each with specific equipment and assessment tools. The program concludes with an impact assessment, evaluating students' abilities in challenging tasks, problem-solving, self and peer assessment, and leadership skills. Additionally, the plan highlights the importance of health and safety, equipment management, and risk assessment, ensuring a secure learning environment for all involved.