β Scotland Physical Education
Scotland Β· SQASyllabus
Physical Education syllabus, dot point by dot point
Every dot point in the Scotland Physical Educationsyllabus, with a focused answer for each one. Click any dot point for a worked explainer, past exam questions, and links to related dot points. Written by Claude Opus 4.8, Anthropic's latest AI.
Collecting information on factors
Module overview β- How do you match a data-collection method to each different factor affecting performance?Matching appropriate data-collection methods to each of the four factors, including questionnaires and self-reflection for mental and emotional factors, observation schedules and peer or coach feedback for social and skill factors, and standardised tests and movement analysis for physical factors, and the difference between qualitative and quantitative data.9 min answer β
- What makes a data-collection method good, and why compare against a model performer?Judging the quality of data-collection methods using reliability, validity, practicability and appropriateness, the value of comparing results against a model performer, and the organisational issues to consider when gathering data.9 min answer β
- Why and how do performers collect information about the factors affecting their performance?Methods of collecting information on factors impacting on performance, including why data is gathered (the cycle of analysis), general and specific observation schedules, the use of recognised standardised fitness tests, and gathering both initial (baseline) and ongoing data.9 min answer β
Developing performance
Module overview β- How do you choose approaches and set targets to improve a weakness in a performance?Approaches to develop performance, including selecting appropriate approaches for each factor, the use of SMART targets, and the principles of effective practice such as progression from simple to complex and from practice to game-like conditions.9 min answer β
- Which training methods develop fitness, and which practice methods develop skills?Methods of developing performance, including fitness training methods (continuous, fartlek, interval and circuit training) and skill-development methods (repetition or gradual build-up, and pressure drills), and matching a method to the factor being developed.10 min answer β
- How do you plan a programme of work and break it into phases?Planning a programme of work to develop performance, including using collected data to set priorities and targets, designing sessions that apply the principles of training, breaking a programme into phases, and adapting and implementing the plan.9 min answer β
- What principles make a training programme work, and what does FITT stand for?The principles of training that make a programme effective, including specificity, progressive overload, the FITT principle (frequency, intensity, time, type), reversibility, and the need for rest and recovery to allow adaptation.9 min answer β
Factors impacting on performance
Module overview β- How do emotions such as confidence, fear and anger affect the way an athlete performs?Emotional factors that impact on performance, including happiness and sadness (affecting confidence, self-belief, resilience and optimism), anger (affecting self-control and decision-making), fear and trust, and how managing emotions can have a positive or negative effect.9 min answer β
- How do mental factors such as concentration, decision-making, arousal and motivation affect a sporting performance?Mental factors that impact on performance, including the information-processing features (concentration, decision-making, problem-solving and anticipation) and the psychological traits (level of arousal, anxiety, mental toughness and motivation), and how each can have a positive or negative effect.9 min answer β
- How do the components of physical and skill-related fitness affect a sporting performance?The fitness part of the physical factor, including the components of physical fitness (cardio-respiratory endurance, muscular endurance, strength, speed, flexibility and power) and skill-related fitness (agility, balance, co-ordination and reaction time), and how each can have a positive or negative effect.10 min answer β
- How do a performer's skills, techniques and tactics affect their performance?The skills and tactics parts of the physical factor, including the quality of skills and techniques (accuracy, consistency, control and fluency, and repertoire) and the use of tactics and composition (width, depth, support, penetration, and recognising strengths and weaknesses), and how each can have a positive or negative effect.10 min answer β
- How do social factors such as communication, co-operation and roles affect a team's performance?Social factors that impact on performance, including communication, co-operation, roles and responsibilities within a team, etiquette and respect for rules, relationships and team dynamics, and inclusion, and how each can have a positive or negative effect.9 min answer β