Pedagogical Improvement in Recreation
Study Course Implementer
LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006
About Study Course
Objective
The objective of the course is to provide an opportunity to learn and apply in practice qualitative research methods in recreation, to learn theoretically and apply practically the choice of student training tools and methods.
Preliminary Knowledge
General education study courses, sector-specific theoretical basic courses
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.1. Understand the qualitative methods used in recreation research, their application and analysis. 2. Understands the training process, its importance in recreation.
Skills
1.1. Knows how to choose methods appropriate to the research and organise research in recreation. 2. Knows how to work independently with video analysis programs and develop a scientific presentation.
Competences
1.1. Skilfully organises research in recreation, analyses research results using qualitative data processing programmes. 2. Addresses professional issues related to research in recreation and the training process. 3. Can independently perform pedagogical biomechanical video analysis of any athletic discipline using computer programs.
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual work |
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Lectures, practical classes, independent learning, seminars, interim examinations, final examination. Students’ independent learning is organised individually and/or in working groups. Student independently prepare for seminar classes and interim examinations
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Examination
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Examination |
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The total assessment is summative.
Presentation; final examination.
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Study Course Theme Plan
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Lecture
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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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Research process in recreation, observation, observation planning, organisation, selection of technique. Making observations in recreation events (first recreation qualification event – for the first year).
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Class/Seminar
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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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Research process in recreation, observation, observation planning, organisation, selection of technique. Making observations in recreation events (first recreation qualification event – for the first year).
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Lecture
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Modality
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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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Video forum, video film NELL observation analysis.
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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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Observation planning, preparing documentation, protocol.
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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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Qualitative research paradigms. Collection, observation, coding and quoting of observation data (positive, negative codes. Verbal, non-verbal codes).
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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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Observation progress
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2
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Topics
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Analysis, encoding of observation data.
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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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Analysis, encoding of observation data.
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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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Presentation of observation data
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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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Presentation of observation data
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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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Examination
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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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Video analysis with computer programs and creation of scientific presentation – development
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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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Video analysis in selected athletic discipline, movement selection for analysis
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Other
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Video analysis results and creating interpretation
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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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Presentation – video analysis in recreational sport (analysis of movements)
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Lecture
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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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Research process in recreation, observation, observation planning, organisation, selection of technique. Making observations in recreation events (first recreation qualification event – for the first year).
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Video forum, video film NELL observation analysis.
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Observation planning, preparing documentation, protocol.
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Qualitative research paradigms. Collection, observation, coding and quoting of observation data (positive, negative codes. Verbal, non-verbal codes).
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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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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Observation progress
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Analysis, encoding of observation data.
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Presentation of observation data
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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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Examination
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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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Video analysis with computer programs and creation of scientific presentation – development
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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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Study room
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2
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Topics
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Video analysis in selected athletic discipline, movement selection for analysis
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Video analysis results and creating interpretation
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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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Presentation – video analysis in recreational sport (analysis of movements)
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Bibliography
Required Reading
Čelmers A. Skrituļslidas. Rīga: Kontinents, 2001. (akceptējams izdevums)
Kroplijs A., Raščevska M. Kvalitatīvās pētniecības metodes sociālajās zinātnēs. Rīga: Raka, 2010. (akceptējams izdevums)
Mārtinsone K. Ievads pētniecībā. Stratēģijas, dizaini, metodes. Rīga: RaKa, 2011. (akceptējams izdevums)
Zauters U. Skrituļslidošana: aprīkojums, braukšanas tehnika un prakse. Rīga: Jumava, 1999. (akceptējams izdevums)
Noteikumi par pedagogiem nepieciešamo izglītību un profesionālo kvalifikāciju un pedagogu profesionālās kompetences pilnveides kārtību
Špona A., Cehlova Z. Pētniecība pedagoģijā. Rīga: Raka, 2004. (akceptējams izdevums)
Regulations on the necessary education and professional qualifications for pedagogues and the procedure for improving the professional competence of pedagoguesSuitable for English stream
Additional Reading
Grants J., Ukins V. Slēpošana – 2 daļa. Rīga: LSPA, 2001.
Kops K. Distanču slēpošana. Rīga: Zvaigzne, 1989.
Tojar J.C. Investigacion cualitativa comprender y actuar. Madrid: 2006.Suitable for English stream
Other Information Sources
Zinātnisko rakstu datu bāzes, elektroniskie informācijas avoti/Databases of scientific articles, electronic sources of information.Suitable for English stream