ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

Objective: Volley a lightweight object with one hand to a partner

Volleyball Unit | Level 4

TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to volley a lightweight object with one hand to a partner.

IMPORTANCE
Volleying a lightweight object to a partner is important because it is the first step in learning how to pass and set the ball to another teammate.

VOCABULARY
Volley: hit of the ball made before it touches the ground.

When volleying a lightweight object with one hand to a partner, 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 ball first. Spread out in the field with your ball and stand 3– 5 feet away from each other. When I say, "GO!" hit your ball back and forth with one hand. Count how many times you can hit the ball without it touching the ground.
2. Repeat as many times as needed.

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Pass the Gap. Your goal is to volley a lightweight object with one hand to your partner. 

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will divide the class into partners.
• Before the game begins, Ro Sham Bo to decide who will start with the ball.
• The other partner will start 3 – 5 feet away.
• When I say, “GO!” volley the ball with one hand back and forth.
• Count aloud each complete volley you make.
• Switch roles after 10 hits.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach:
  • If volleying is too difficult, have students hit and catch the volleyball.
  • Divide students into partners based on athletic ability.
  • Remind students to be aware of other partners around them when volleying the ball.
• 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: 
  • Always face your __________.
  • My partner and I worked together by...

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Catch Me If You Can. Your goal is to volley a lightweight object with one hand to a partner.    

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will divide the class into partners.
• Before the game begins, spread out into the field with your partner.
• Ro Sham Bo to decide who will toss the ball first.
• When I say, "GO!" the partner with the ball will toss and catch first.
• After the ball has been tossed, the other partner will hit the ball back with one hand.
• Continue to toss and hit until I say, "CHASE!"  The student that has the ball is the tagger and the other student is the runner.
• The runner must run around the field without getting tagged by the ball.
• When I say, "CAUGHT!" get back together with your parnter and switch roles.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach:
  • Remind students to stand 3­–5 feet apart from each other.  
• 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: 
  • Always face your __________.
  • My partner and I worked together by...

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Newcomb Ball. Your goal is to work together with your teammates to see how many times you can volley a lightweight object with one hand to a teammate and get the ball over to the other team’s side. 

INSTRUCTIONS

• I will divide the class into teams of two.
• Before the game begins, spread out on your side.  
• I will give you a number – this will be the serving order. I will also decide which team serves first.
• When I say, "GO!" the team that has the ball first will serve underhand.  
• After the ball has been served, you can either hit the ball back or catch the ball.
• If the ball hits the ground or goes out-of-bounds, the other team gets to serve.
• You cannot hit the ball twice in a row.
• You cannot move from your spot once the ball has been served – you can only pivot on one foot.
• We will begin a new game and teams will switch sides once everyone has had a chance to serve.

TEACHING TIPS

• Approach:
  • Divide the teams equally based on athletic ability.
• Safety:
  • Encourage students to say, “Got it!” to avoid collisions.  
• 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: 
  • Always face your __________.
  • My teammate and I worked together by...