Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)

Course Description Status: Approved

Course Description Version: 26/27.R.1.00

Description Period: 2026./27 academic year rudens semestris

Study Course Accepted: -

Study Course Description

Motion Games

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
LSPA_740
Branch of Science
Health sciences
ECTS
6.00
Target Audience
Pedagogy; Public Health; Sports Science; Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-time (Off site)

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Rihards Leja
Structure Unit Manager
Renārs Līcis
Structural Unit
Department of Individual and Team Sports
Contacts

LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006

About Study Course

Objective

Promote the development of the professional competence of students in the organisation and management of teaching and learning of movement toys and games, taking into account individual opportunities of learners and compliance with the learning outcomes to be achieved, as well as enable students to acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills in modelling and regulation of variants of movement toys and games with changed regulations.

Preliminary Knowledge

Completion of the study course requires basic knowledge in sports pedagogy, sports theory and methodology, as well as in human anatomy and physiology. Understanding the specific development characteristics of children and young people and the basic principles for organising physical activity are also desirable.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.The student explains and describes the diversity of movement toys and games, the types of classification, history and development in Latvia and the world

Individual work and tests

Knowledge test on motion play and games

2.Student describes and compares Motion Toy and game teaching methodology (teaching methods, teaching aids and forms for organising sports activities).

Individual work and tests

Knowledge test on motion play and games

Skills

1.The student plans movement games and games for children of different ages by preparing a methodologically substantiated 3-play or game contour that conforms to the national pre-school education guidelines, basic and secondary education standards.

Individual work and tests

Conducting of motion plays and games

2.The student applies toy variant modelling and physical load adjustment by developing a toy or game contour and demonstrating it in practical toy management.

Individual work and tests

Conducting of motion plays and games

3.The student demonstrates the ability to organise and manage movement games and games by independently and methodically correctly managing 3 movement games or games in the practical test.

Individual work and tests

Conducting of motion plays and games

Competences

1.The student plans and implements age-appropriate and interdisciplinary movement games and games, integrating different learning areas demonstrated in the Conspectus and practical management.

Individual work and tests

Conducting of motion plays and games

2.The student critically analyses and justifies the chosen pedagogical techniques, methods and means, evaluating the organisation of games and games in the development of the prospectus and reflection of practical management.

Individual work and tests

Conducting of motion plays and games

3.The student provides reasoned feedback on the involvement of learners in play and his or her pedagogical activity by analysing the process of running the play after the practical examination.

Individual work and tests

Conducting of motion plays and games

Assessment

Individual work

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Training conspectus
45.00% from total grade
Test

Development of motion toys and game contours, including as a task: movement games and games for different age groups; the development of physical characteristics; development of mobility skills; the development of general and social skills; musical, rhythm and plot; the leading choice; division into teams; play modelling in the main, final part of the hour/lesson introduction.

The student develops 3-motion toy or game contours for a specific age of children. The reports shall include a full methodological description of the organisation, objectives and management of the toy.

The spectus must include the name of

  • the game or game;
  • objective and results to be achieved;
  • age group;
  • the required inventory;
  • the place where the play is organised;
  • rules and conduct of play;
  • methodological guidance;
  • load adjustment options;
  • variations of play.

Fulfillment conditions

work is credited if:

  • 3 complete accounts have been submitted;
  • the games are methodically justified and appropriate for the chosen age stage;
  • the description is structured and clear;
  • safety in play.

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Conducting of motion plays and games
45.00% from total grade
10 points

The student organises and conducts 2 movement games or games during the practice, demonstrating the ability to plan and implement the toy process according to the age of the children, safety requirements and methodological principles.

Fulfilment conditions:

  • prepare a short toy plan;
  • clearly explain the rules of play;
  • organise the toy process and involve participants;
  • comply with safety and methodological requirements;
  • demonstrates the ability to adjust load and adapt to the play situation.
2.

Knowledge test on motion play and games
10.00% from total grade
10 points

The student shall demonstrate in the test theoretical knowledge of movement toys and games, their classification, history and development in Latvia and the world, as well as methodology for teaching movement toys and games (teaching methods, means, forms of organisation of classes).

Number of questions in test -10.

The test includes different types of questions:

  • Closed questions with one correct answer - the student chooses one correct answer from the options on offer.
  • Closed questions with several correct answers – the student chooses several correct answers from the options on offer.
  • Eligibility issues – concepts, classifications or examples of play should be linked to their characteristics

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

The role of motion play games in the sports education of preschoolers and in promoting their physical and mental development.

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

The didactic, theoretical and methodological basics of teaching and learning motion toys and games in preschool, elementary schools, high school.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Selection, modelling of motion toys and games, forming of variants in pre-school.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Selection, modelling of motion toys and games, forming of variants in pre-school.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Selection, modelling, variation building of motion toys and games in primary school.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Selection, modelling, variation building of motion toys and games in primary school.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Selection, modelling, variation modelling of motion toys and games in high school

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Selection, modelling, variation modelling of motion toys and games in high school

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Acquisition of translational skills in the field of motion play and play tasks.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Arranging and conducting of pre-school movement games and primary and secondary school games.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Providing feedback both to children and in the assessment of their activities in the study activities of movement toys and games with relaxed or changed rules.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Performance and growth assessment criteria for the acquisition of movement toys and games with relaxed or changed rules in pre-school, primary school, secondary cola.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Drawing up of conspectus
Description

Preparing for the practical management of 3 games according to the specified task: optional play. Of the aforementioned: Motion play and play classes shall be entered in the preparatory part, main and final part. Movement games for the development of physical characteristics, for the development of mobility skills, for the development of general and social skills, with the application of a variety of equipment. Musical, rhythm, plot play. Compliance with safety conditions in motion toys and games.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Drawing up of conspectus
Description

Preparing for the practical management of 3 games according to the specified task: optional play. Of the aforementioned: Motion play and play classes shall be entered in the preparatory part, main and final part. Movement games for the development of physical characteristics, for the development of mobility skills, for the development of general and social skills, with the application of a variety of equipment. Musical, rhythm, plot play. Compliance with safety conditions in motion toys and games.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Sports hall
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
48 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME (OFF SITE)
Part 1

  1. Lecture

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

The role of motion play games in the sports education of preschoolers and in promoting their physical and mental development.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

The didactic, theoretical and methodological basics of teaching and learning motion toys and games in preschool, elementary schools, high school.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Selection, modelling of motion toys and games, forming of variants in pre-school.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Selection, modelling, variation building of motion toys and games in primary school.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Selection, modelling, variation modelling of motion toys and games in high school

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Acquisition of translational skills in the field of motion play and play tasks.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Arranging and conducting of pre-school movement games and primary and secondary school games.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Providing feedback both to children and in the assessment of their activities in the study activities of movement toys and games with relaxed or changed rules.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Performance and growth assessment criteria for the acquisition of movement toys and games with relaxed or changed rules in pre-school, primary school, secondary cola.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Drawing up of conspectus
Description

Preparing for the practical management of 3 games according to the specified task: optional play. Of the aforementioned: Motion play and play classes shall be entered in the preparatory part, main and final part. Movement games for the development of physical characteristics, for the development of mobility skills, for the development of general and social skills, with the application of a variety of equipment. Musical, rhythm, plot play. Compliance with safety conditions in motion toys and games.

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).

  1. Class/Seminar

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Conducting of motion plays and games
Description

Workmanlike motion play and control of variants thereof by task, conducting for analysis (oponation) and evaluation. (modelling: creating, adapting variants according to circumstances, contingent and children’s individual development needs, as well as the tasks set out in the lesson and the results to be achieved. Adjusting load by different means).
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
6.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Traditional Sporting Games and Play in physical education: Enhancing Cultural Diversity, Emotional Well-Being, Interpersonal Relationships and Intelligent Decisions, volume II. (2023). (n.p.): Frontiers Media SA.Suitable for English stream

Additional Reading

1.

Jansone, R., & Fernāte, A. (2009). Kustību apguves un fizisko spēju attīstīšanās sporta stundās. Rīga: ISEC.

2.

Sports un veselība 1.–9. klasei. (2019). Mācību priekšmeta programmas paraugs. Valsts izglītības satura centrs | ESF projekts Nr.8.3.1.1/16/I/002 Kompetenču pieeja mācību saturā, 179 lpp