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Building an outdoor shelter

Challenge reference: 9318

Active
Notional learning hours
20
Level
Level 2
Subject area
Physical education
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Employment Independent living and housing
Vocational area
Land-based
Skills
Ability to learn Problem solving
Learning aim
The learner will independently plan, construct, and evaluate a weatherproof outdoor shelter, showing safe and responsible teamwork.
Learning context
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Learning outcomes

(What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do)

The learner will:

  • 1 .   Evaluate and justify a location for shelter building.
  • 2 .   Assess and choose materials independently.
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Assessment criteria

(What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome)

The learner can:

  • Assess environmental factors (e.g. drainage, wind direction)
  • Give pros and cons of different sites
  • Evaluate available materials for durability and suitability
  • Justify choices based on shelter purpose
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Assessment methodology

Assessment methodology
Linked to learning outcome
Record of oral questioning
1 2
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