When beginning any health and fitness program we need to test our health-related and skill-related components of fitness in order to expose our strengths and weakness and to determine what components we need to work on. This doesn’t just apply to a trained athlete, but is just as relevant to the untrained person of any age. In this program we learn practical tests that measure the health-related and skill-related components of fitness, how to apply the FITT principle to a training program, and what happens to the cardio-respiratory system when we exercise.
Grade levels: Senior High (10-12)
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STIs: Facts and Fiction
Becoming sexually active is a choice many teenagers make – one that should be made with solid understanding of the threats to their health and that of their partners. In this program we take a detailed look at sexually transmitted infections, commonly known as STIs. We specifically focus on the facts and myths, decisions and getting help, symptoms and consequences, and treatment and protection. Also discussed are the differences between STDs and STIs, and how you should deal with a STI should you contract one. Being aware and remaining vigilant to the threat of STIs can reduce the likelihood of suffering long term damage or passing the infection onto someone else.
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Influences on Movement
How can we use biomechanical principles to enhance performance? Trained athletes, fitness fanatics, and casual exercisers alike can all benefit from an understanding of biomechanics. In this program we see the main types of motion in action and learn how to calculate velocity, acceleration and momentum. We examine the two types of balance, discover the importance of knowing your centre of gravity and learn how to calculate force. We also explore the principles of fluid mechanics, including buoyancy, displacement and resistance. This is an action-packed, insightful examination of the mechanics of our bodies in motion.
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Apply Point of Sale Handling Procedures
The financial aspects of any retail operation are vital to business success. Money handling and payment processing needs to be fast and accurate to keep the business healthy. Critical to this is good Point of Sale (POS) service and practice. This incorporates understanding and operating POS equipment, processing transactions, completing sales, cash and non-cash handling, balancing the register, reconciliation of takings, and accuracy of reporting. In this program we see and hear from a leading retail industry expert about how the systems work to make the retail experience a fast and smooth operation that keeps business responsive. We also hear about ways to optimise effectiveness of retail POS handling. This is an informative and practical look at this vital area of the retail industry.
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Occupational Health and Safety in the Retail Industry
Accidents in the retail workplace cost millions of dollars per year in both direct costs and loss of production, not to mention the human suffering that an injury can cause. Employers and employees have legal responsibilities to keep workplaces safe and to reduce these risks, and the retail environment has some unique OHS conditions that you need to be aware of. In this program we hear from leading retail bodies about the effects of workplace injuries, legal obligations, employer responsibilities, employee responsibilities, the main types of injuries and what to do if there is an OH&S issue. A positive and pro-active look at the issues and how to make your retail workplace safe.
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A Witness to History
A message of tolerance and respect from a Holocaust Survivor. From his personal experience of prejudice, persecution and loss under Nazi occupation, Walter Absil offers an inspiring, powerful message to today’s youth: tolerance and respect for those different from ourselves. In illuminating the consequences of this own encounter with evil, Absil’s narrative serves as a cautionary tale about what can befall even the most elevated culture when crucial, social qualities are purged from daily life. Delivered with disarming candour and wit, Walter Absil’s message addresses the challenge of achieving a more humane and compassionate future.
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Customer Service Excellence in the Retail Industry
The modern retail environment is extremely competitive. With online trading, the personal shopper is becoming more price aware which means that the retailer can no longer just meet customer needs. Today it’s vital that retailers anticipate and exceed their customer’s expectations. Indeed going beyond expectations has become the key point of difference in the retailer’s quest to grow. This exciting program examines how several award-winning retailers achieve customer service excellence. It examines who customers are, defines products, facilities and services, explores the vital role that good communication plays, looks at the most effective ways to handle complaints, and examines how best to serve customers with special needs. This is a practical and informative look at customer service excellence in the modern retail industry.
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Shooting Michael Moore
Think you know Michael Moore? Think again. The media darling has made millions by deceiving the world with his movies such as “Fahrenheit 9/11”, “Roger and Me” and “Sicko”. “Shooting Michael Moore” exposes the real man behind the films from people who knew him, worked with him and were in his movies. A champion for the underprivileged he is not!
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Effective Communication in Business
Businesses rely heavily on communication – particularly in the information age of the 21st-century. In today’s world it is often necessary to share information with many different people both internally and external to the organization. Without clear communication, false information could be provided to suppliers, employees or customers, with the end result – confusion, and little hope of success. In this program we define what effective communication is, what stops it, why it’s so important, the communication methods that modern businesses employ, and the importance of ethics in communication. Follow us as we prove the importance of effective communication in business.
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Environmental Sustainability in Business – A Case Study
Businesses have always had to respond to different external influences. It was technology in the 80s and security in the 90s, but now a new challenge has emerged – climate change. Business owners are fast realizing that reducing their environmental footprint is not just a PR exercise, it’s vital to their future. This program features a case study of businesses that have developed unique approaches to sustainability. Their visionary leaders reveal how becoming ‘green’ has helped make their businesses stronger and more financially viable. Through interviews we discover the problems they faced, the benefits of change and their organization’s future directions.