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Elizabeth Tropia (Unregistered Guest)
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| | Posted on Monday, June 27, 2011 - 7:28 pm: |       |
It really is amazing to read about the steps that are being taken to further educate students in our field of study. I can't believe how so many things are changing with the times these days. The part of this that really blew me away was all of the technological advancements being made in our field. The lines of a court being projected onto the floor? That would save so much time and would be really neat for the students to experience! I also really like the idea of virtual experiences. I understand it's expensive, but this gives kids the opportunity to experience something active, that they may normally never get the chance to experience. I do however, think that it is essential that we keep the social networking and interaction part of physical education at the forefront. Where some subjects may use technology and get away from social interaction completely, we can learn how to use both to our advantage. Students benefit so much from working with one another and getting different perspectives on certain skills; that part of our subject cannot be replaced with technology. I also really liked the part about improving the NASPE website to include virtual tours of outstanding lessons and/or programs. This would provide millions of teachers around the world with a link to something spectacular that their students would really enjoy. Personally, I feel that whenever physical educators can work together to come up with the best idea possible, the students are the ones benefitting immensely. |
Mike Lewis (Unregistered Guest)
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| | Posted on Wednesday, June 29, 2011 - 7:24 pm: | |
After reading the article and many of the other postings agree with many of them. Although one the stuck out that I had the same thoughts about was the one of technology being a want and not as much as a need. I agree that technology is very beneficial to both the students and the teacher but it is not something that I see we can really depend upon in this near future with all the public school budget cuts. Things such as white boards, projectors, and sound systems are something that is very reasonable and is useful towards a successful lesson. The other forms of technology would be wonderful to have because it would be quick and easy for everyone but I just do not see it being realistic to many schools, especially less than 10 years down the road. Video analysis might be one of the most useful things that could be used in a PE setting when doing skill testing with students on a pre test and post testing. The students are able to view their techniques and as a physical educator we can break down their movements so they can SEE what they doing right and things they can improve upon. |
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