Lesson: Sportsmanship- The Who, What, Why and How

Lesson Plan: Understanding Sportsmanship

Grade Level: 4-10

Subject: Physical Education

Lesson Duration: 45 minutes

Objective: Students will understand the concept of sportsmanship, its importance in sports and everyday life, and how to demonstrate good sportsmanship in various situations.

Materials Needed:

• Video: “Sportsmanship – The Who, What, Why, and How”
• Projector or Smart Board for video
• Handouts of the “Sportsmanship This or That Workout”
• Online Quiz (prepared in advance)
• Materials for a simple team game (e.g., dodgeball, relay race)
• Worksheets for note-taking during the video

Lesson Outline:

1. Introduction (5 minutes)
   • Begin the class with a brief discussion on what students know about sportsmanship. Ask them to share instances where they observed good or bad sportsmanship.
   • Introduce the objective of today’s lesson and inform them about the video they will watch.
2. Video Viewing (5 minutes)
   • Show the “Sportsmanship – The Who, What, Why, and How” video. Encourage students to take notes on the key points, especially the five main qualities that contribute to sportsmanlike behavior.
3. Discussion (10 minutes)
   • Lead a discussion on the video. Focus on the questions:
     • Who is expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship?
     • What is sportsmanship?
     • Why is good sportsmanship important?
     • How can we be good sports?
   • Discuss the five main qualities of sportsmanship mentioned in the video.
4. Activity: Sportsmanship This or That Workout (10 minutes)

Facilitate the workout, encouraging students to think about the choices they make.

1. Team Game (10 minutes)
   • Organize a simple team game that encourages teamwork and good sportsmanship. Before starting, remind students of the importance of respecting each other, playing fair, and being gracious, whether they win or lose.
   • Observe and note instances of good sportsmanship during the game.
2. Reflection and Quiz (5 minutes)
   • After the game, have a quick reflection session. Ask students to share how they felt about the sportsmanship displayed during the game.
   • Introduce the online quiz or the paper-based quiz to test their knowledge on sportsmanship. Mention that this quiz is not just about right or wrong answers but understanding and internalizing the concept of sportsmanship.

1. Conclusion (Optional)
   • Encourage students to visit the recommended website for more health and fitness videos.
   • Assign the online quiz as homework if not completed in class.

Adaptations for Special Needs Students:

• Use visual aids and handouts with larger fonts for students with visual impairments.
• For students with physical disabilities, adapt the “This or That Workout” to include exercises they can comfortably perform.
• Offer additional support and guidance during team games to ensure inclusivity.

Assessment:

• Participation and engagement in the discussion and activities.
• Observations of sportsmanship during the team game.
• Performance on the “Sportsmanship This or That Workout.”
• Scores from the sportsmanship quiz.