This four lesson unit plan is designed for a grade eight girls physical education class.  The total number of students in the class is thirteen.  The facilities available in this block is one half of the total gym area.
The objectives of this unit lesson are aimed towards the development of the forearm pass.  We will use tactical concepts and skill development to meet the objectives for this teaching unit.
 

      Entry ability

• previous experience and knowledge of the basics of volleyball (rules and skills).
• able to prevent the ball from touching the ground during a rally situation in a closed environment.
• the students are able to make an attempt at the forearm pass in a game-like situation.

 

 
 

Exit ability

• the students will be able to maintain a rally in an open environment.
• the students will understand the importance of movement in performing the forearm pass and volley.
• the students will be able to perform the transition between a "free-ball" and the attack.
• the students will be able to point out and correct technical errors in the forearm pass during a visual test which highlights common errors found in the skill.

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