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SCO401: Sports Ministry: Society and Theology

Module Title Sports Ministry: Society and Theology
Module Code SCO401
Module Tutor Andrew Parker
School Sport and Exercise
CAT Points 20
Level of Study 7
Pre-requisites None
Co-requisites None
Restrictions None
Brief Description An exploration of the historical, political and cultural underpinnings of domestic mission and sports development. This module will consider the historic relationship between these two spheres of activity, and the roles and motives of the institutions involved. The module also facilitates an analysis of the nature and role of sports development work in the context of state intervention in leisure and recreation, providing a theoretical underpinning for the critical analysis of sports development in general and sports mission in particular.
Indicative Syllabus The module begins by outlining a theoretical framework which locates the emergent field of sports mission in a socio-political context. The historical development of domestic mission and leisure provision is then analysed in order to track the emergence of the two fields. This enables participants to compare and critique competing rationales for sports development and sports mission work. Case studies of historic and contemporary sports mission are then examined in order to apply the key theoretical concepts to established practice, and to critique the motives and approaches of the key stakeholder groups.
Learning Outcomes

On completion of the module students will be able to:
1) analyse the contested ideological and theological terrain of sports mission
2) critically examine the implications for sport mission of different paradigmatic and ideological approaches
3) locate competing rationales for sports development and sports mission work in the context of socio-political theory
4) evaluate the purpose of contemporary sports mission programmes

The module will enable students to develop critical skills as part of a rigorous analytical approach to the study of sports mission and Christian outreach. There will be a focus on the analysis of complex argument through group work and debate. Oral communication skills will be developed through assessed presentations.
Learning and Teaching Activities The Module will be delivered primarily through a range of interactive presentations, in which staff lead discussion and engage participants in debate. Participants will be encouraged to contribute in the form of oral presentations throughout the module.
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) 001: 40% Practical Exam: Oral Examination: Presentation
002: 60% Coursework: Standard: 4000 words or equivalent
Special Assessment Requirements None
Indicative Resources

The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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