Full Description
This tennis text uses the Personalized Sport Instruction model of teaching (PSI), which is widely respected as an effective, interactive, student-centered teaching model. This text, as part of a six-book series, features a common organization and framework for planning, managing, implementing, and evaluating the fundamentals of learning tennis. Each module includes specific directions for setting up learning tasks and criteria for demonstrating mastery. Because the text is a self-contained course, it eliminates the need for lengthy unit and daily lesson planning.
Contents
Module 1Equipment.Tennis Stroke Fundamentals.Module 3: Ground Strokes. The Forehand Drive.The Backhand Drive.Module 4: Approach Shots. Module 5: Volleys. Forehand Volley.Backhand Volley.Module 6: Serving. Module 7: Lobs (Optional). The Forehand Lob.The Backhand Lob.Module 8: Overhead Smash (Optional). Module 9: The Rules of Tennis, Strategy, and Etiquette. The Rules of Tennis.Basic Strategy for Singles Play.Basic Strategy for Doubles Play.Tennis Etiquette.Tennis Rules, Strategy, and Etiquette Quiz. Personal Progress Chart for Tennis.