B.

Ed (TESL)
Co-curriculum (Recreational Sports)
GK1351D
Foundation Year 1
By Mr. Chee Pao Kam
Introduction
The recreational sports co-
curriculum for B.Ed (TESL) is
developed to prepare future
teachers as a whole optimizing the
psychomotor, cognitive and affective
development besides improving the
pedagogical knowledge in primary
school education.
Objectives
The syllabus of the co-curriculum
(recreational sports) helps students
to :
1. be prepared for self development
based on leisure and fun in learning
through recreational sports.
2. equip oneself with knowledge and
basic skills in co-curriculum, as well
as apply knowledge and basic skills in
recreational sports
3. develop and cultivate values as well as
cultural and artistic elements,
community service, environmental
education, patriotism, racial unity and
national integrity.

4. gain various experience through
active involvement in recreational sports
and
5. improve self ability in usage of
multimedia and technology facilities
towards the excellence of education
through co-curriculum

Type of recreational
sports
1. Land-based activities
- Camping
- Trekking
- Orienteering
- Mountain climbing
2. Water based activities
- Fishing
- Snorkeling
- White water rafting
- Kayaking/canoeing

3. Air-based activities
- paragliding
- flying fox




4. Flora and fauna education
- Types of flora and fauna
- Local and scientific names
- Characteristics
- Habitat
- Empirical research
- Environmental education
The definition of
recreations
Use of leisure time
Destructive use- alcohol/drug abuse,
inactivity, illegal activities, gang,
Threat of leisure
This term was developed during the
great depression when society
discovered that destructive use of
leisure can lead to self-destruction
Constructive use of leisure time
Sports, reading, music, outdoor
adventures.etc.
Result = fun, fitness, socialization,
stress release, lifetime interest, etc.
Philosophy
To enhance the quality of life and to
emphasize a well-rounded educational
experience balancing one physical,
social, intellectual and emotional
growth.
Contribute to a healthy lifestyle
leading to a lifetime of success and
happiness in our diverse society
Groups Discussion
1. The important of RS
2. The application of Basic Science in
RS
3. Conservation Education in RS
4. Flora and Fauna