IB Sports Exercise and Health Science Overview

Del Mar High School introduces a new IB Sport, Exercise, and Health Science course for the 2020-2021 school year. This lab-based science course covers topics like anatomy, physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, psychology, and human performance. It requires completion of chemistry and offers UC/CSU elective credit and IB group four science credit. Assessments include topic tests, midterms, finals, lab reports, and both external and internal assessments. Students are expected to maintain a positive attitude and dedicate 4-6 hours weekly to study. No summer assignment is required.

What new course is Del Mar High School offering for the 2020-2021 school year?

• IB Sports Exercise and Health Science

• Advanced Chemistry

• IB Mathematics

• IB Literature

Which of the following topics is NOT covered in the IB Sports Exercise and Health Science course?

• Biomechanics

• Nutrition

• Anatomy and Physiology

• Astrophysics

What is the role of psychology in the IB Sports Exercise and Health Science course?

• It is not covered in the course

• It is a minor topic

• It helps understand human performance

• It focuses on mental health only

What is the prerequisite for enrolling in the IB Sports Exercise and Health Science course?

• Successful completion of Mathematics

• Successful completion of Physics

• Successful completion of Chemistry

• Successful completion of Biology

What type of credit does the course provide for UC or CSU?

• One year of G elective credit

• One year of A elective credit

• One year of B elective credit

• One year of C elective credit

How many types of assessments are there in the IB Sports Exercise and Health Science course?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three

What is required to receive IB credit in the course?

• No assessments are required

• Both an internal and external assessment

• Only an internal assessment

• Only an external assessment

Which of the following is NOT a component of the external assessment?

• Database questions

• Oral presentation

• Multiple choice questions

• Free response questions

What mindset is expected for success in the IB Sports Exercise and Health Science course?

• A mindset that you will not need help

• A mindset that you can skip classes

• A mindset that you will struggle

• A mindset that you can be successful

How many hours per week should students expect to study for this course?

• 7-8 hours

• 2-3 hours

• 1-2 hours

• 4-6 hours