Top 8 “Apps” for PE Teachers – Part 4

The time between these series of blog posts is certainly becoming shorter and shorter indicating the sheer enormity of app development. Here are my latest picks that are must have items on your iPad/iPod or iPhone. 1) SprintTimer – a unique timer and photo finish app that employs the same techniques as the professional equipment [...]

The Automated Twitter Scavenger Hunt

Recently I’ve been thinking about how Twitter could be integrated into a practical outdoor activity and have decided that an automated twitter scavenger hunt. See the video below to determine how this simple idea would work, giving teachers the opportunity to assess teamwork and co-operation within a fast paced race around your school or town. [...]

An Updated SEPEP Model

After watching the following video by Joey over at the The PhysicalEducator.com discussing the Sport Education Model, I was compelled to share my own experiences using the model in my Phys Ed classroom. For those unfamiliar, SEPEP is an approach towards teaching physical education that aims to maximise involvement and deepen understanding of sports by giving students [...]

Teaching and Learning from China

Wow, what a week that was. The learning2.0 conference in Shanghai proved to be a truly unique experience. Not only was I lucky enough to lead the PE and Health Cohort with a group of fantastic teachers, but I was able to share a week bouncing around ideas with the best educators in the world. [...]

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