Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Specialisation of Orientation Sports
Course Code
LSPA_708
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy; Theory and History of Sports
ECTS
9.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 5
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-time (Off site)
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Baiba Smila
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
To promote the education of highly qualified specialists – senior coaches in the sport – who would successfully plan, organize, lead, and evaluate the training process, educational-methodical sessions, and competitions in accordance with the rules of the sport and the requirements of the professional standard for senior coaches in the respective sport
Preliminary Knowledge
Knowledge of sports theory, pedagogy, psychology, anatomy, physiology and biomechanics.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Knowledge of orienteering special terminology (including in a foreign language), orienteering sports and disciplines techniques and teaching-improvement methodology.
Individual work and tests
Development of a training plan • Planning and conducting training sessions • Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs • Examination
2.Knows the principles of planning the training process, including according to the age group.
Individual work and tests
Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs • Development of a training plan • Planning and conducting training sessions • Examination
3.Knows the rules of orienteering and the basic principles of planning and organisation
Individual work and tests
Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs • Examination
4.Knows the principles of general and special physical preparation in orienteering.
Individual work and tests
Examination • Planning and conducting training sessions • Development of a training plan
5.Know the basic principles of orienteering map drawing and preparation
Individual work and tests
Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs • Examination
Skills
1.To be able to analyse the technical-tactical performance in orienteering, to correct technical mistakes with and without GPX recording.
Individual work and tests
Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs • Examination • Planning and conducting training sessions • Technical analysis
2.Ability to assess the physical, functional state and technical, tactical and psychological preparedness of students
Individual work and tests
Planning and conducting training sessions • Examination
3.Apply the methodology of teaching and improving techniques according to the type of orienteering (running orienteering, Ski-O, MTB-O and Trail-O).
Individual work and tests
Technical analysis • Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs • Planning and conducting training sessions • Development of a training plan • Examination
4.To plan, choose methods, means, content, dosage of loads for training in comprehensive and special preparation
Individual work and tests
Development of a training plan • Planning and conducting training sessions • Examination
5.Draw a simple map of the "school" yard and prepare a technical training in a special program for drawing sports maps
Individual work and tests
Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs
6.Ability to plan orienteering competitions using computer programs for preparing sports maps
Individual work and tests
Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs
Competences
1.Ability to plan and implement the training process of orienteering.
Individual work and tests
Examination • Planning and conducting training sessions • Development of a training plan
2.Able to evaluate the technical performance and preparation of students with and without GPX tracking in the distance, syllabus assistance
Individual work and tests
Technical analysis • Planning and conducting training sessions • Examination
3.Ability to prepare students for competitions in various types of orienteering (OS-running, Ski-O, MTB-O, Trail-O) and disciplines
4.Plans, models and adjusts a multiannual preparation process, taking into account the athlete's technical-tactical, physical, psychological development and the specifics of the orienteering discipline.
Individual work and tests
Planning and conducting training sessions • Development of a training plan • Examination
Assessment
Individual work
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Development of a training plan |
10.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Based on the course material, develop training plans according to the instructions of the lecturer of the specialization of the sport (for general and special physical training and technical-tactical training) for a specific age, physical and technical skill group and preparation. Indicate the purpose, tasks, necessary equipment, a variety of exercises and methods, dosage and rest breaks, as well as instructions for performing the tasks and prepare visual aids if necessary. |
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2.
Preparing training material - map files - in sports map drawing programs |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Based on the skills to be learned in the training process, develop orienteering exercises in specialized map drawing programs (OCAD Purple pen, etc.), taking into account injury prevention, the age characteristics of the students and their technical preparation. |
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Planning and conducting training sessions |
20.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Plan and conduct a training session. The preparation of teaching aids, the preparation of the training site in accordance with the tasks and possibilities, the observance of safety rules, the ability to choose the appropriate volume and intensity, the ability to use various teaching and training methods, forms and technologies, as well as the language, posture and style of conducting the session by the coach are assessed. |
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2.
Technical analysis |
10.00% from total grade
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10 points
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Provide a performance analysis of the orienteering course using GPX material. Comment and justify the technical performance, point out aspects of rational technical choice and shortcomings.Offer specific solutions to correct shortcomings, point out the causes of their occurrence. |
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3.
Examination |
40.00% from total grade
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10 points
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At the end of the course, students take an exam consisting of two parts: a theoretical test on the entire course material and a plan for an orienteering training plan for 1 week according to the drawn age group, skill and training period |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Topics
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Introduction
Description
Objectives, tasks and evaluation criteria of the study course. Curriculum |
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Orienteering, the essence of the sport, opportunities
Description
Orienteering as a form of sport, active recreation and health strengthening |
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Topics
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Rules of Orienteering, Leading Organizations
Description
LOF and IOF activities, competition calendar, clubs. Orienteering rules, organization |
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Orienteering Training Diary
Description
Record of the training process of orienteers – Diary, content, Additional entries |
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Orienteering Training Diary
Description
Record of the training process of orienteers – Diary, content, Additional entries |
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Lecture
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2
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Topics
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History of orienteering
Description
Evolution of orienteering inventory, development of the world and Latvia, best landmarks |
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Topics
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History of orienteering
Description
Evolution of orienteering inventory, development of the world and Latvia, best landmarks |
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2
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Safety techniques, injuries, prevention
Description
Safety, injuries, prevention, according to the type of orientation, discipline |
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Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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Topics
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Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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Topics
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Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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Topics
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Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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Topics
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Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Study room
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Topics
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Study room
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Topics
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Consultation
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering Training Diary
Description
Record of the training process of orienteers – Diary, content, Additional entries |
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Consultation
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering Training Diary
Description
Record of the training process of orienteers – Diary, content, Additional entries |
|
Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Introduction
Description
Objectives, tasks and evaluation criteria of the study course. Curriculum |
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Safety techniques, injuries, prevention
Description
Safety, injuries, prevention, according to the type of orientation, discipline |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Comprehensive fitness in the sport of orienteering
Description
Biomotor abilities, their development in orienteers, their control |
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Comprehensive fitness in the sport of orienteering
Description
Biomotor abilities, their development in orienteers, their control |
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Special physical training in the field of orienteering sports
Description
Forms of special physical training, training methodology, methods, means in orienteering |
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Special physical training in the field of orienteering sports
Description
Forms of special physical training, training methodology, methods, means in orienteering |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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2
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Topics
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Special physical training in the field of orienteering sports
Description
Forms of special physical training, training methodology, methods, means in orienteering |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Planning the orienteering training process for athletes of different ages
Description
Methodology, scope and planning of load dosing for orienteering, students of different ages |
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Location
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2
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Topics
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Planning the orienteering training process for athletes of different ages
Description
Methodology, scope and planning of load dosing for orienteering, students of different ages |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering technique
Description
Map reading, direction and distance, terrain awareness, map holding. Teaching methodology |
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering technique
Description
Map reading, direction and distance, terrain awareness, map holding. Teaching methodology |
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Topics
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Orienteering technique
Description
Map reading, direction and distance, terrain awareness, map holding. Teaching methodology |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Topics
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Orienteering technique
Description
Map reading, direction and distance, terrain awareness, map holding. Teaching methodology |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering Training Planning
Description
Planning of training for orienteering- interaction between technical, tactical and psychological preparedness. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering Training Planning
Description
Planning of training for orienteering- interaction between technical, tactical and psychological preparedness. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering Training Planning
Description
Planning of training for orienteering- interaction between technical, tactical and psychological preparedness. |
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Consultation
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering Training Planning
Description
Planning of training for orienteering- interaction between technical, tactical and psychological preparedness. |
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Consultation
|
Modality
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Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Study room
|
2
|
Topics
|
Comprehensive fitness in the sport of orienteering
Description
Biomotor abilities, their development in orienteers, their control |
|
Special physical training in the field of orienteering sports
Description
Forms of special physical training, training methodology, methods, means in orienteering |
|
Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 3
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Introduction
Description
Objectives, tasks and evaluation criteria of the study course. Curriculum |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Assessment of students in orienteering
Description
Tests for evaluating general, special and technical preparedness in orienteering |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Assessment of students in orienteering
Description
Tests for evaluating general, special and technical preparedness in orienteering |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering maps
Description
Sports map drawing basics OCAD/OpenOrienteering Mapper, Purple Pen. Create an orienteering map |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering maps
Description
Sports map drawing basics OCAD/OpenOrienteering Mapper, Purple Pen. Create an orienteering map |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering maps
Description
Sports map drawing basics OCAD/OpenOrienteering Mapper, Purple Pen. Create an orienteering map |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering maps
Description
Sports map drawing basics OCAD/OpenOrienteering Mapper, Purple Pen. Create an orienteering map |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering distance planning principles
Description
Principles of planning orienteering courses – taking into account age, skill, terrain specifics, etc. Using – Purple Pen / OCAD, etc. programs |
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Location
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Topics
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Orienteering distance planning principles
Description
Principles of planning orienteering courses – taking into account age, skill, terrain specifics, etc. Using – Purple Pen / OCAD, etc. programs |
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering distance planning principles
Description
Principles of planning orienteering courses – taking into account age, skill, terrain specifics, etc. Using – Purple Pen / OCAD, etc. programs |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering distance planning principles
Description
Principles of planning orienteering courses – taking into account age, skill, terrain specifics, etc. Using – Purple Pen / OCAD, etc. programs |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Other
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Topics
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Orienteering course planning
Description
Planning of sprint, medium long, relay, etc. |
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Location
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Other
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Topics
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Orienteering course planning
Description
Planning of sprint, medium long, relay, etc. |
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Location
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Topics
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Orienteering course planning
Description
Planning of sprint, medium long, relay, etc. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
-
Consultation
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Study room
|
2
|
Topics
|
Comprehensive fitness in the sport of orienteering
Description
Biomotor abilities, their development in orienteers, their control |
|
Planning the orienteering training process for athletes of different ages
Description
Methodology, scope and planning of load dosing for orienteering, students of different ages |
|
Orienteering Training Planning
Description
Planning of training for orienteering- interaction between technical, tactical and psychological preparedness. |
|
Orienteering maps
Description
Sports map drawing basics OCAD/OpenOrienteering Mapper, Purple Pen. Create an orienteering map |
|
Orienteering distance planning principles
Description
Principles of planning orienteering courses – taking into account age, skill, terrain specifics, etc. Using – Purple Pen / OCAD, etc. programs |
-
Consultation
|
Modality
|
Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
|
On site
|
Study room
|
2
|
Topics
|
Orienteering technique
Description
Map reading, direction and distance, terrain awareness, map holding. Teaching methodology |
|
Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
|
Orienteering Training Planning
Description
Planning of training for orienteering- interaction between technical, tactical and psychological preparedness. |
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
32 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME (OFF SITE)
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
|
2
|
Topics
|
Introduction
Description
Objectives, tasks and evaluation criteria of the study course. Curriculum |
|
Orienteering, the essence of the sport, opportunities
Description
Orienteering as a form of sport, active recreation and health strengthening |
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Rules of Orienteering, Leading Organizations
Description
LOF and IOF activities, competition calendar, clubs. Orienteering rules, organization |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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History of orienteering
Description
Evolution of orienteering inventory, development of the world and Latvia, best landmarks |
-
Class/Seminar
|
Modality
|
Location
|
Contact hours
|
|---|---|---|
|
On site
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Other
|
2
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Topics
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Safety techniques, injuries, prevention
Description
Safety, injuries, prevention, according to the type of orientation, discipline |
-
Class/Seminar
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Consultation
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering, the essence of the sport, opportunities
Description
Orienteering as a form of sport, active recreation and health strengthening |
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Orienteering Training Diary
Description
Record of the training process of orienteers – Diary, content, Additional entries |
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Rules of Orienteering, Leading Organizations
Description
LOF and IOF activities, competition calendar, clubs. Orienteering rules, organization |
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Orienteering types , disciplines
Description
Orienteering – running-O, MTBO-orienteering, ski-orienteering, trail orienteering |
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
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Modality
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Introduction
Description
Objectives, tasks and evaluation criteria of the study course. Curriculum |
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Safety techniques, injuries, prevention
Description
Safety, injuries, prevention, according to the type of orientation, discipline |
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Location
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Contact hours
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Comprehensive fitness in the sport of orienteering
Description
Biomotor abilities, their development in orienteers, their control |
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Comprehensive fitness in the sport of orienteering
Description
Biomotor abilities, their development in orienteers, their control |
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Special physical training in the field of orienteering sports
Description
Forms of special physical training, training methodology, methods, means in orienteering |
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Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
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Modality
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Location
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Special physical training in the field of orienteering sports
Description
Forms of special physical training, training methodology, methods, means in orienteering |
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Planning the orienteering training process for athletes of different ages
Description
Methodology, scope and planning of load dosing for orienteering, students of different ages |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering technique
Description
Map reading, direction and distance, terrain awareness, map holding. Teaching methodology |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering Training Planning
Description
Planning of training for orienteering- interaction between technical, tactical and psychological preparedness. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
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Consultation
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
|
Study room
|
2
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Topics
|
Comprehensive fitness in the sport of orienteering
Description
Biomotor abilities, their development in orienteers, their control |
|
Special physical training in the field of orienteering sports
Description
Forms of special physical training, training methodology, methods, means in orienteering |
|
Training process planning
Description
Target, goal setting, annual plan, cycles, periods. |
|
Planning the orienteering training process for athletes of different ages
Description
Methodology, scope and planning of load dosing for orienteering, students of different ages |
|
Orienteering technique
Description
Map reading, direction and distance, terrain awareness, map holding. Teaching methodology |
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
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Unaided Work
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
|
4
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Topics
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Planning the orienteering training process for athletes of different ages
Description
Methodology, scope and planning of load dosing for orienteering, students of different ages |
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Orienteering technique
Description
Map reading, direction and distance, terrain awareness, map holding. Teaching methodology |
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 3
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Introduction
Description
Objectives, tasks and evaluation criteria of the study course. Curriculum |
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Assessment of students in orienteering
Description
Tests for evaluating general, special and technical preparedness in orienteering |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering distance planning principles
Description
Principles of planning orienteering courses – taking into account age, skill, terrain specifics, etc. Using – Purple Pen / OCAD, etc. programs |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering distance planning principles
Description
Principles of planning orienteering courses – taking into account age, skill, terrain specifics, etc. Using – Purple Pen / OCAD, etc. programs |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Planning the orienteering training process for athletes of different ages
Description
Methodology, scope and planning of load dosing for orienteering, students of different ages |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Orienteering course planning
Description
Planning of sprint, medium long, relay, etc. |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
|
2
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Topics
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
|
2
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Topics
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Planning the orienteering training process for athletes of different ages
Description
Methodology, scope and planning of load dosing for orienteering, students of different ages |
|
Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
|
Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Other
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2
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Topics
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Digital technology in orienteering training
Description
Practical technical exercises, their preparation using special computer programs (learning the basics of orienteering technique using digital technology) |
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
16 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Orienteering: skills - techniques - training. 2022Suitable for English stream
2.
Orientēšanās treniņu metodika. Lekciju materiāli - estudijas.rsu
3.
Bompa, T., Buzzichelli, C.A. 2022. Periodization of strength training for sports. 4th edition. Human Kinetics.Suitable for English stream
Additional Reading
1.
Orienteering world. (n.d.). Sollentuna: International Orienteering Federation.Suitable for English stream
2.
Orientēšanās / Ligita Indriksone, Baiba Smila. Latvijas Sporta pedagoģijas akad. Slēpošanas katedra. 2000-2002., 84.lpp
3.
Langford, Reese A Simple Guide to Biomechanics & Fascia : learn how to move smarter, perform better & stay injury-free / United States : [Independently published], 2025Suitable for English stream
4.
Methodology of Training in the 22nd Century : an updated approach to training and coaching the elite athlete / [USA] : [Independently published], 2019Suitable for English stream
5.
Dietz, Cal Triphasic Training II : 14 High-Performance Methods to Unlock Elite Athletic Development / Saint Paul, MN : Xlathlete Triphasic Institute, 2024.Suitable for English stream
6.
Trenera Rokasgrāmata. 2003. Latvijas Sporta federāciju padome. Rīga: Latvijas Treneru tālākizglītības centrs. (akceptējams izdevums)
7.
Trenera rokasgrāmata – 2. 2006. Latvijas Sporta federāciju padome. Rīga: Latvijas Treneru tālākizglītības centrs. (akceptējams izdevums)
8.
Bērnu un pusaudžu trenera rokasgrāmata. 2008. Rīga: Latvijas Treneru tālākizglītības centrs. (akceptējams izdevums)
9.
V.Krauksts. 2003. Biomotoro spēju treniņu teorija. LSPA.
Other Information Sources
1.
Latvijas Orientēšanās federācija
2.
Maps world of orienteeringSuitable for English stream
3.
3drerun.worldofoSuitable for English stream
4.
"Aktivitāšu banka" Orientēšanās vingrinājumi un treniņu paraugi
5.
Drawing orienteering maps with OCADSuitable for English stream
6.
Purple Pen TutorialSuitable for English stream
7.
How to make a map with mapper, open orienteeringSuitable for English stream
8.
Purple-penSuitable for English stream
9.
Open Orienteering MapperSuitable for English stream