Chabot College
February 1999
Course Outline for Physical Education 1
BASIC BADMINTON
Catalog Description:
PHED 1BDD – Basic Badminton
0.5 unit
The recreational skills course, Elementary Badminton is designed to provide the basic knowledge for the
beginning student interested in Badminton. The activity includes the basic fundamentals of the game, and
time to practice skills necessary to play. 2 hours per week.
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for the Students:
Upon completion of the course the student will be able to:
1. be able to maintain or improve physical condition through big muscle activity.
2. understand the components and be able to execute satisfactorily the rules and strategy necessary to
play the game effectively.
3. appreciate the benefits of exercise, and with the skills and knowledge of the activity, develop some
interest in it as a possible carry-over activity for future participation.
4. understand and appreciate socially acceptable conduct in a coeducational situation and in
competitive play.
Course Content:
1. Description and use of equipment.
2. Explanation, demonstration and practice of specific skills related to the activity:
a. Clear
b. Drive
c. Drop shot
d. Smash
e. Service (singles and doubles)
3. Basic singles and doubles strategy.
4. Rules of the game.
5. Tournament competition.
Methods of Presentation:
The content of the course will be presented primarily through the lecture-demonstration method.
Instruction will be given by both the group method and on an individual basis. Student practice will take
place also in groups and individually. Student discussions will be used to review the course content.
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Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Satisfactory attendance and active participation in the activity.
2. Written examination on specific materials related to the course.
3. Proficiency and mastery of the skills and techniques of badminton.
Textbook:
None
Special Student Material:
Appropriate physical education attire.
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