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Which subject	Physical education
What topic	Orienteering
What length (min)	75
What age group	Year or Grade 8
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Orienteering

Subject

Physical Education

Grade/Age Group

Year/Grade 8

Length of Lesson

75 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Introduce students to the basics of orienteering, including map reading and navigation skills.
• Develop teamwork and collaboration skills through group activities.
• Improve physical fitness through running and outdoor activity.

Materials

• Topographical maps
• Compasses
• Markers for courses
• Whistles
• Stopwatch
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Orienteering	10 min	Discuss the concept of orienteering. Explain its relevance in outdoor activities and survival skills. Show students examples of maps and compasses.
2	Map Reading Skills	20 min	Teach students how to read topographical maps, including key, scale, and symbols. Organize a small group activity where students practice reading a simple map.
3	Compass Basics	15 min	Introduce the compass and how to use it. Demonstrate how to take bearings and navigate using a compass. Provide practice time for students to get familiar with compass functions.
4	Setting Up the Course	10 min	Assign students into small groups of 4. Provide them with markers and set up an orienteering course on the school grounds using pre-prepared checkpoints for navigation.
5	Orienteering Activity	15 min	Groups will work together to navigate through the course using their maps and compasses. Monitor progress and ensure safety throughout the activity.
6	Debrief and Reflection	5 min	Gather the students together and discuss what they learned. Ask about challenges encountered and ways to improve navigation skills.
7	Homework Assignment	5 min	Assign students to read a chapter about orienteering from the textbook. Explain that they will need to summarize it for their own understanding but no presentations will be required in class.

Assessment

• Informal assessment based on group participation and teamwork during the orienteering activity.
• Review of homework summaries for understanding of orienteering principles.

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson meets the national curriculum standards for outdoor education, physical fitness, and teamwork development.

Lesson script