ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

Objective: Return a birdie over a net using an overhead backhand shot

Badminton Unit | Level 26

TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to return a birdie over a net using an overhead backhand shot.

IMPORTANCE
Returning a birdie over a net using an overhead backhand shot is important because a good return can force the server into a defensive shot and give the receiver a better chance of winning the point. However, be careful not to put maximum force into each return. Aiming at the lines and exerting heavy force increases the likelihood of missing the birdie.  

VOCABULARY
Defensive shot: a shot to get the birdie back to the opponent without trying to attack a specific location.

When returning a birdie over a net using an overhead backhand shot, it is important to:

PRACTICE

1. I will divide the class into teams of two. Ro Sham Bo to decide who will start with the birdie first. One teammate will line up on the baseline and the other on the midline. When I say, “GO!” the first teammate will strike the birdie with the racket towards his/her teammate. Continue to hit the birdie back and forth using an overhead backhand shot. 
2. Repeat as many times as needed.

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing Four Square. In this game, the objective is to keep the birdie from hitting the ground in your square by returning a birdie over a net using an overhead backhand shot.  

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will divide the class into groups of four.
• Ro Sham Bo to decide who starts with the birdie first.
• When I say, "GO!" the server will underhand serve the birdie across the net.
• The birdie must be returned over the net each time.
• If the birdie touches the ground or the net, the teammate receives a letter “S-Q-U-A-R-E”.
• A new round always begins with an underhand serve.
• We will begin a new game after five minutes.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach:
  • Increase the number of teams based on class size. Divide students into competitive and non-competitive groups. 
• ELL Accommodation:
  • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
  • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections. 
• SpEd Accommodation:
  • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications. 
  • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
  • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
• Reflection: 
  • How is returning the birdie using a backhand shot different from a forehand shot?
  • How are they similar?
  • How can you encourage a classmate who is having a difficult time with their backhand return?

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing Maze Runners IV. In this game, the objective is to return a birdie over a net using an overhead backhand shot and get through the maze without dropping the key (birdie) that unlocks the maze. 

INSTRUCTIONS

• Before the game begins, line up in a single file behind the marker cone with your key.
• When I say, "GO!" the first maze runner will go through the maze while carrying the key.
• You will have to go over the tall cones, hopscotch on the dots and jump with both feet into each hula-hoop. Then, you will have to unlock the maze by tossing your key into the last cone.  
• After you toss your key, the teacher will toss you a birdie over the net and you must return it using an overhead backhand shot.
• When you have made it to the hula-hoops, the next student in line can go.
• When you are finished, retrieve your key and go to the back of the line.
• If your key falls off your racket at any point, put it back on.  
• We will begin a new game once everyone has made it through the maze.

TEACHING TIPS

• ELL Accommodation:
  • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
  • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections. 
• SpEd Accommodation:
  • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications. 
  • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
  • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
• Reflection: 
  • How is returning the birdie using a backhand shot different from a forehand shot?
  • How are they similar?
  • How can you encourage a classmate who is having a difficult time with their backhand return?

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing Side Shuffle. In this game, the objective is to return a birdie over a net using an overhead backhand shot.

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will divide the class into teams of three and will assign you to a court – one court will have a net and the rest will have cones.
• Ro Sham Bo to decide which team will serve first.
• Before the game begins, the opposing team must line up on the sidelines.
• When I say, "GO!" the serving team will serve the birdie and the opposing team will run in from the sidelines and try to strike the birdie back.
• Continue to play until the birdie lands on the ground or is hit out-of-bounds.
• Switch roles after each serve.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach:
  • After a couple of minutes, have teams rotate courts – every student will get to play on the net.
• ELL Accommodation:
  • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
  • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections. 
• SpEd Accommodation:
  • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications. 
  • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
  • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
• Reflection: 
  • How is returning the birdie using a backhand shot different from a forehand shot?
  • How are they similar?
  • How can you encourage a classmate who is having a difficult time with their backhand return?