Lesson Plan Teknis | Skate

Objective

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

This phase of the lesson aims to give a thorough introduction to skateboarding as a sport, covering its competitions, styles, and characteristics. This is essential for students as they start building both practical and theoretical knowledge of the sport, emphasising the importance of these skills for future job opportunities, particularly in areas like event planning and physical activity.

Objective Utama:

1. Identify skateboarding as a sport.

2. Learn about major skateboarding competitions.

3. Understand the different styles of skateboarding and their characteristics.

Objective Sampingan:

1. Encourage interest in skateboarding as a fun physical activity.
2. Foster teamwork through practical projects.

Introduction

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

This section of the lesson aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to skateboarding, exploring its competitions, styles, and unique features. This foundational knowledge is vital for students to explore both the practical and theoretical aspects of the sport, and understand how these skills connect to future job opportunities, especially in event management and physical activities.

Curiosities and Market Connection

 Did You Know? Skateboarding made its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games. There are several skating styles, including street, park, vert, and downhill, each with its own unique characteristics. Practising skateboarding could open doors to careers in product design, sports photography, event organisation, and even skate park engineering.

 Market Connection: Product Design: Companies employ designers to create skateboards and related gear. Sports Photography: Photographers specialising in extreme sports capture exhilarating moments during events and tricks. Event Organisation: There’s a demand for planners and organisers for skateboarding championships and gatherings. Park Engineering: Engineers and architects are needed to design skate parks suitable for competitions and leisure activities.

Contextualization

Skateboarding has surged in popularity and recognition globally. It started as a simple pastime in California during the 1960s and has transformed into a professional sport, with international competitions and even featuring in the Olympics. Skateboarding not only enhances physical abilities like balance and coordination but also nurtures resilience and creativity among its participants.

Initial Activity

 Initial Activity: Play a short video (2-3 minutes) showcasing major skateboarding competitions like the X Games and the Olympics. Ask the students: 'Have you ever thought about what it's like being a professional skateboarder? What do you think it takes to excel in this sport?'

Development

Duration: 50 - 60 minutes

This stage of the lesson aims to deepen students' understanding of skateboarding as a sport through practical engagement and theoretical reflection. The mini half-pipe project provides a hands-on experience that reinforces key concepts, while the fixation exercises allow us to assess students' understanding of the material.

Topics

1. The history and evolution of skateboarding

2. Major skateboarding competitions

3. Skateboarding styles: street, park, vert, downhill

4. Equipment and characteristics of skateboarding

5. Career opportunities connected to skateboarding

Thoughts on the Subject

Encourage students to reflect on how skateboarding practice benefits their lives, not just physically but also by developing skills applicable in various professional settings. Prompt them to consider how the effort required in skateboarding compares to other activities that demand dedication and perseverance.

Mini Challenge

Building a Mini Half-Pipe

Students will be divided into groups, with each tasked to create a mini half-pipe using cardboard and recyclable materials. This hands-on activity will deepen their understanding of skate park structures and the skills needed to design and construct them.

1. Form groups of 4 to 5 students each.

2. Provide materials such as cardboard, scissors, glue, tape, rulers, and markers.

3. Introduce the basic concepts of a half-pipe and show examples of miniatures.

4. Encourage groups to draft a design plan for their half-pipe before beginning the build.

5. Set a construction time limit of 30 minutes.

6. After building, each group will present their half-pipe, explaining their building process and any challenges they faced.

Develop practical building skills and teamwork, while reinforcing knowledge about structures used in skateboarding.

**Duration: 30 - 35 minutes

Evaluation Exercises

1. List the main skateboarding styles and describe their features.

2. Identify two key skateboarding competitions and their unique attributes.

3. Explain how skateboarding influences career opportunities in areas like product design and event management.

4. Draw a diagram of a half-pipe and label its main components.

Conclusion

Duration: (10 - 15 minutes)

The conclusion of this lesson aims to ensure students cement the knowledge gained, grasp the practical applications, and reflect on the importance of the skills developed for their lives and future careers. This closing reinforces the main takeaways and encourages critical reflection on their learning.

Discussion

 Discussion: Facilitate a conversation about what was learned during the lesson. Encourage students to think about the mini half-pipe construction, the obstacles they faced, and how they overcame them. Have them consider how they can apply these skills in everyday life and their future careers. Explore how practicing skateboarding could positively impact their lives and what transferable skills they might gain.

Summary

 Summary: Review the key content discussed, such as the history of skateboarding, the various styles and their characteristics, the major competitions, and the connection to career opportunities. Emphasise the significance of skateboarding as both a physical activity and a sport, while highlighting the career paths it can open up.

Closing

 Closing: Discuss how the lesson bridged theory and practice by studying skateboarding's history and styles, then applying that knowledge to the construction of the mini half-pipe. Stress the importance of hands-on activities in solidifying theoretical learning and preparing students for the job market. Conclude by showcasing the value of skateboarding in cultivating skills like creativity, resilience, and teamwork, all of which are essential in any professional setting.