Physical Education A-Level
Access, participation and performance
What Access, participation and performance means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Access, participation and performance
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Adaptation works by changing mass, stiffness, grip, stability or bounce so the demand matches the performer, widening access and improving performance.
Topics that use Access, participation and performance
- The role of technology in physical activity and sport (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Adaptation for age
- Adaptation for disability
- Benefits and limitations of video technology
- Data produced by different technologies
- Data-driven coaching and performance analysis
- Engineered sports surfaces
- Evidence-based coaching and talent identification
- Feedback and movement analysis
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