Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Sport and Exercise Sciences
Learning Methods
Lecture
Seminar
Module Offerings
6111SSLN-SEP-CTY
Aims
The aim of this module is to develop a critical awareness of the physical activity evidence base, strategies, policies and initiatives and their application in the area of public health and health improvement .
Learning Outcomes
1.
Critically evaluate the evidence base, Government policy and strategy pertaining to physical activity, health improvement and wellbeing.
2.
Critically analyse the roles of the national, regional and local agencies, initiatives, schemes concerned with physical activity and health for a range of targeted populations and health conditions
3.
Interpret and contextualise policy, strategy and practice to design evidence based physical activity strategy and to improve holistic health conditions and wellbeing in various populations
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Critical overview of the evidence base examining the mechanics of physical activity and health. The promotion of health through physical activity. Government strategies & policies – past, current and future; Agencies & Providers; Schemes & Initiatives; Environments and settings; Putting theory into practice to design effective physical activity strategy and intervention for specific health conditions.
Module Overview:
This module enables you to develop a critical awareness of the physical activity evidence base, strategies, policies and initiatives and their application in the area of public health and health improvement.
This module enables you to develop a critical awareness of the physical activity evidence base, strategies, policies and initiatives and their application in the area of public health and health improvement.
Additional Information:This module is intended to enhance understanding of the various Government strategies, policies and agendas in relation to health and fitness. The role of both health and exercise individuals & agencies in promoting beneficial lifestyle changes will also be investigated. This module will seek to enhance knowledge and understanding of the schemes and initiatives pertaining to physical activity and food choices, health & fitness.
Assessments
Practice
Essay