| Module Title: | Coach Education 2 Theory - Rugby |
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| Language of Instruction: | English |
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| Teaching & Learning Strategies: |
• Practical – Students will take part in lecturer (Coach) lead practical rugby specific practical coaching sessions on the pitch and in the gym
• Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student.
• Self-Directed Independent Learning – The emphasis on independent learning will allow the student(s) to gain an appreciation of the many facets to be considered by the rugby coach. |
| Module Aim: |
The aim of this module is to provide students with the skills to coach 15-a-side (Stage 2 LTPD; Learn to Train Stage). |
| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to: |
| LO1 |
Discuss the theory, characteristics & essences of Stage 2 rugby players, coaches and the game. |
| LO2 |
Describe the role of the coach (appropriate to Stage 2 LTPD) and understand the different Effective Coaching elements within the IRFU Process Continuum (Technical Model) relevant to Stage 2 rugby |
| LO3 |
Demonstrate the necessary teaching skills and appropriate coaching style of ‘guiding’ and Coaching Philosophy |
| LO4 |
Discuss the Principles of Fitness training for young players, Injury prevention & First Aid and concussion management. |
| LO5 |
Will have appropriate* knowledge of the current laws
(Laws Test – IRFU age grade regulations)
and Will understand current regulations & law interpretations |
| Pre-requisite learning |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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| 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
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| 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 |
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Long Term Player Development Model
Focus on Stage 2
The Young Player: Outline of Physical Literacy: Physical, emotional, psychological, social development.
The Charter: Basic introduction to the ethos and principles of rugby union
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Planning a session:
Planning, considerations, time, equipment, objectives, playing area
Organisation & Management of a session: Layout, use of grids, organisation, management
Practice session: Planning, considerations, organisation, management, conclusion/ conditioning, warm-up, playing area.
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Teaching Skills:
Introduction, demonstration, practice, correction
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Role of the Coach:
(including coach as referee) Philosophy, coaching style, responsibilities, requirements
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Skill Development
• Individual skills: Passing (including decision making 2 v 1), catching, kicking, running, tackling (X3), falling in the tackle
• Mini-unit skills: Ruck, Maul
• Unit Skills: Scrum, L-O, kick-offs, Attack, Defence.
• Team Skills: General Movement
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Fitness for the young player - Including common injuries and first aid
n/a
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Refereeing & Laws: Youth / schools Rugby refereeing
n/a
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Continuous Assessment | 30.00% |
| End of Module Formal Examination | 70.00% |
| Continuous Assessment |
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| Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
| Other |
Pre Task Planning for Workshops
Participation in coaching workshops
Reflective practice of Learnings |
1,2,3,4,5 |
30.00 |
Every Week |
| End of Module Formal Examination |
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| Assessment Type |
Assessment Description |
Outcome addressed |
% of total |
Assessment Date |
| Formal Exam |
2.5hr exam |
1,2,3,4,5 |
70.00 |
End-of-Semester |
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
| Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
| Practicals |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
| Independent Learning |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.07 |
| Total Hours |
100.00 |
Module Delivered In
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