Some basic information about the job, and practical help for working within a Section

This means:

• recognising the main features of your Section
• participating in the planning and running of Section meetings
• using games as a key part of the programme
• knowing what should happen at a Section meeting and why
• understanding your role in Scouting.

Questions

• Do you know where to find programme ideas?
• Can you run a game or activity within the Section?
• Can you explain what adults do in the running of the Section?
• Can you explain what young people do in the running of the Section?
• Do you know what the main features of the Section are? (for example: age, theme, decision-making, ceremonies etc.)

Delivery methods

• One to one
• Small group.

To validate this module you will need to complete two of the following:

1. Plan and run an activity appropriate to the Section and explain why different types of games are an important part of the programme

2. Plan and run a ceremony appropriate to the Section.

3. Plan and run a game appropriate to the Section, outline the important criteria for games in Scouting.

4. List sources of 'ready made' programme ideas.

5. Any other ideas, subject to agreement with a Training Adviser.