Theme 2004: The Olympics
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In 2004, the Virtual School focused on a special theme. Below are some of the materials and ideas put forward by various departments.
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Focusing on the abilities of individuals
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Sport offers people with disabilities the ideal opportunity to develop their personal talents and to gain an awareness of their own skills, according to an article from the 'European Year of Education Through Sport' website.
(From the Special needs department)
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Speed training
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Speed is influenced by the athlete’s mobility, special strength, strength endurance and technique. Read this lesson plan to find out more!
(From the Physical education department)
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The human form in space
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This is the description of a four-stage project carried out by a class of 15-year-olds to investigate the moving figure in space.
(From the Art department)
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Homeostasis in the marathon
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This is a project where pupils create an interactive presentations using the template provided. They learn about blood glucose level, skin temperature, pulse rate, sweating rate and more.
(From the Biology department)
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Sports shoes
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Investigate the technology and materials used to create the footwear of today's athletes.
(From the Craft, Design & Technology department)
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The 2012 London bid
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A new series of teaching ideas and lesson plans with an Olympic theme has been launched by the London team bidding for the 2012 Games.
(From the Physical education department)
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Development in the host city
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What are some of the issues involved in hosting an Olympic Games? Using this document as a starting point, contribute your classwork to the project.
(From the Economics & Business department)
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See the results of all the polls run on the front page of the Virtual School site in August and September 2004.