Learning environment (lectures) – this time will be spent prompting learning of particular knowledge by students. Independent Research – students will work as part of a team or individually conducting and
presenting research on EDI issues in sport and will engage in debate on these
topics. Class Discussion/Debate - Students will be encouraged to actively participate in the class sessions which will develop their analytical and communication skills. E-Learning – learner participation and creativity; input of information and resources onto Blackboard
Module Aim:
The aim of this module is to inform students on issues pertaining to equality, diversity and inclusion in sport and society.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Develop an understanding of the historical social inequalities that impact on participation in sport
LO2
Ability to engage with key debates relating to equality, diversity and inclusion in sporting environments
LO3
Demonstrate an ability to research and present assignments in the area of EDI and sports
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Gender and Sport
Historical exclusion of women from sports; Feminism; pay parity for female athletes; media coverage of female athletes and sports; sex testing
Racism and Sport
Racism and exclusion in sport and society; quotas, management and coaching positions and unconscious bias; race-based scientific interpretations of sports performance
Diversity and Inclusion
Participation for all; disability and sport; sexuality and sport; transgender athletes; athletes as activists
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Presentation
In-class presentation on EDI topic
1,2,3
50.00
n/a
Presentation
Screencast presentation on EDI topic
1,2,3
50.00
n/a
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment