This module lies within the field of Sport and Exercise Science. It is a core module for students on the Sport Analysis and Coaching degree and an optional module for students on the Sport Science degree. The module develops skills gained at level five in LS5015 Analysis in Sport and Exercise and further enhances the role of notational analysis within sport. The module sees a much greater emphasis placed on the applied application on notational analysis and how this supports the coaching cycle within a variety of sports. Students are required to conduct computerised notational investigations to gain insight into performance.
On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Topics will be delivered through lectures which will incorporate an element of self-driven learning and discussion. Students will also participate in peer-peer learning where groups will be asked to review a research area and feedback the information to the rest of the group. Practical sessions will develop the students' understanding of the notational systems in place that are needed to conduct part of the assessment. Practicals will be delivered in smaller groups to allow all students to have a "hands-on" experience with the computerised systems to enhance learning (formative feedback). Modules of data analysis will also be put in place during the practical session to check for analyst accuracy. Summative feedback will be given for the practical assessment through written feedback and discussion with the module leader. Guest speakers will also be invited to deliver specific session on the module relating the theory and content to the applied world.
Definitive UNISTATS Category | Indicative Description | Hours |
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Scheduled learning and teaching | Lecture (30h) Practical (30h) Seminar (10h) | 70 |
Guided independent study | 230 | |
Study abroad / placement | n/a | n/a |
Total (number of credits x 10) | 300 |
The module will be assessed via written coursework (80%) and practical examination (20%).
The module assessment is conducted at two time points:
Assignment one will consist of designing and conducting a computerised notational analysis, reporting the findings using either an edited DVD or notational software via an individual viva with an accompanying summary document. The assignment carries marks for written coursework (60% - 30% of module mark) and practical assessment (40% - 20% of module mark).
Assignment two is an essay (maximum of 2,500 words) relating to a current issue, trend or theme in notational analysis.
Formative feedback will be supplied throughout each practical session to enhance the learning of the systems and during seminar sessions where learning can be assessed through discussions and debate.
Learning Outcome | Assessment Strategy |
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1) Discuss the role of notational analysis in the coaching process, alongside current trends within the field. | DVD/Software Report (S) Essay (S); Group Discussions (F) |
2) Develop computerised notational systems for sport analysis. | DVD/Software Report (S); Practical Sessions (F) |
3) Explain and describe computerised data collection systems in notational analysis and critically evaluate their application. | Essay (S); Group Discussions (F) |
4) Critically evaluate the research area and understand the current developments within notational analysis research | Essay (S); Group Discussions (F) |
5) Demonstrate a sound understanding of the statistical measures and their application in notational research. | DVD/Software Report (S); Statistical Based Practical Session (F) |
6) Demonstrate the key skills of communication (group discussions, reading, selecting, extracting and collating information from appropriate sources, make a presentation, produce written materials), numeric skills (collect primary and secondary data, design a suitable recording format for data collection, evaluation numerical data, perform basic calculations on amount and sizes, scales and proportions, using statistics where appropriate, ICT (search for, retrieve and store information using ICT resources and, develop independent learning skills | DVD/Software Report (S); Practical Sessions (F) |
Description of Assessment | Definitive UNISTATS Categories | Percentage |
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Individual Viva | Practical Exam | 20% |
Analysis Report | Coursework | 30% |
Essay | Coursework | 50% |
Total (to equal 100%) | 100% |
It IS NOT a requirement that any major element of assessment is passed separately in order to achieve an overall pass for the module.
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