Blog Post 8

This week I have been challenged to find technology that will improve my students experience in a classroom. As a future PE teacher I did find this somewhat challenging. But here are a few ideas of technology that i could use in a PE class. >
Video games
My first idea that i cam across is to use video games. Yes i know when most people think of video games you think of someone sitting there staring at a screen. But with today's advances in technology kids can do so much more. For example with the Wii gaming system being completely motion controlled there is a game called Wii sports. When a child plays this game they are having to be active while playing, such as making throwing and hitting motions when playing baseball, and making shooting motions when playing basketball.

Nike Bands
Another way that i have found where technology can be used in a PE class is a rep counter. Nike has come out with multiple bands that help people track how their training is doing. As a future coach these would be very useful in the weight room for players so they don't have to keep track of exactly how many reps they have done.
Instructional Videos

Another way that i have found to bring technology into the PE class is instructional videos. When dealing with younger kids it is easier to show them what to do rather than tell them. With videos this is very easily done, not only will they enjoy watching a video but also be copying the physical activity that is being shown.