Flashcards
These were used to explain the fitness stations that were set up on court.
Advantages:
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Aid visual learners in understanding the exercises better.
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They can review the information which the teacher delivers during the explanation.
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Pictures help in comprehending the exercise better.
Disadvantages:
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Some students learn in other styles since they are not all visual learners. Thus it is important to cater for all pupils.
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May be too complicated to be understood by learners if they are not appropriate to students’ abilities and age.
PowerPoint Presentations
This software was utilised during PE theory lessons.
Advantages:
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PowerPoint Presentations can be utilised for several purposes related to diverse topics.
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These aid learners in comprehending the material being covered through the use of images, gifs, flowcharts and videos.
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Appealing and educative presentations promote students’ learning motivation in the lesson.
Disadvantages:
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Presentations may not be the best form of learning resource for certain students as these may hinder their concentration.
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Some presentations may not run due to file corruption. Teacher must be prepared with an alternative teaching aid to use as a backup.
Videos
These were used to support the overall comprehension of certain notions put forward during the PE theory lessons.
Advantages:
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Videos can be utilised for several purposes related to diverse topics.
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Videos further help learners comprehend the material being covered.
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Videos offer the possibility of using verbal and visual cues in communication.
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Videos increase interest within students especially during theory lessons.
Disadvantages:
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Some videos may be too difficult for students to understand if these are not modified to meet the learners’ capabilities, age and needs.
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Some videos may not run due to file corruption. Teacher must be prepared with an alternative teaching aid to use as a backup.
BOSU Ball
This is an inflated rubber hemisphere which is attached to a rigid platform which was used for balance training in fitness lessons.
Advantages:
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Improves the stability and balance of the learner.
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Can be utilized for strength, cardio and other exercises.
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It constantly engages the core abdominal muscles.
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It gives a twist to certain exercises which students may deem as ‘boring’.
Disadvantages:
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Some students may find it difficult to work out on this type of ball.
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Students may engage themselves in doing other things with the ball rather than exercising properly.
Reflections on the Use of ICT in Teaching
I utilized several resources during my teaching practice experiences with students. I made use of:
