New Technology in Physical education is playing a big role in classes. One of the most affordable and effective would be a simple tape recorder. With the use of a tape recorder you students can see the mistakes their making in things such as a throwing motion or swinging form. Studies show that students do find this more effective than having someone just telling them what they are doing wrong and trying to correct it. Educators also found the use of other technologies such as pedometers and heart beat monitors very successful, using them to make step and heart rate goals for students.
Other technologies that can be used in a Physical Education setting would include projectors, GPS and even Wii systems just as Wii Fit and Dance Dance Revolution. Projectors can be used to show students things such as proper form or how to play certain games. GPS systems can be sued to get student active in an outdoor setting and Wii systems like Wii Fit can be used by teachers to show students a good way to stay fit in and out of the classroom setting.
