Final Project

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Reflection #12

Technology is a way for teachers to share ideas and teaching strategies with one another; whether it is via email, chatrooms, blog, skype, etc., teachers can now brainstorm and share methods as a group. This is a great source for any teacher especially one who is new to the career. These resources can help speed up the trial and error process that goes on as a teacher, and make us become more efficient in our profession. Networking with people involved in the same career is a great way to build a foundation and improve as a teacher.

Reflection #11

Another way technology can be beneficial in Phys. Ed. is through the use of microphones. I have observed classes where teachers have done this due to the acoustics and loud environment in a gymnasium. This allowed all the students to hear the teacher more clearly, and was very beneficial for those students who are hearing impaired.  I feel this is something for me to consider when I become a future PE teacher.

End of Semester Reflection

Over the course of this semester, I have learned a large amount with regards to technology in education. I wouldn’t consider myself a technologically savvy person; however, after taking this class I would say that I have become more aware of what is out there and available for teachers. With anything, I have understood that there are both pros and cons, but overall I think I could say that this class has helped separate the two allowing me to have a more clear understanding of how technology can be advantageous in my potential career.

There are many ways to include technology in your lessons. I now have an understanding of how drastically technology can progress over such short periods of time. Technology is always changing and I have learned that it is something we as teachers need to stay up to date with. 

Overall, I feel this class has been very helpful in my journey in becoming a teacher.

Thanks Professor Adair!

Reflection #10

Similar to the use of heart rate monitors in Physical Education class, are the use of pedometers. Again, many PE classes are integrating these into their lessons.  They are fairly inexpensive and can be included in almost all lessons. They promote movement, and give students a goal (proposed step count) in lessons. Students will just walk around and continue to move, or run/walk on a spot to reach the step requirement made by the teacher for that specific class.

Reflection #9

In Physical Education classes, teachers are beginning to use heart rate monitors during lessons. This can help students understand and gage what the heart is doing, while exercising. There are different benefits pending your heart rate while exercising, and with the use of heart rate monitors, this allows teachers to include and teach what these benefits are. All this information can be taught and even performed by simply including a heart rate monitor during an exercise lesson.

Reflection #8

Another way technology has been integrated into PE classes is through the use of video game systems, such as Xbox Connect and Nintendo Wii. This has become more common due to the advancements in the video game world. I have talked to a few Physical Education teachers who have incorporated this method and the students’ love it. Kids love video games and now they are able to by being active, rather than just sitting on the couch. I feel at times this can be a positive way to promote exercise and activity in a PE class.