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Exergames

Exergames. Technology in Physical Education. By: Casey Dillon. What are Exergames. Video game technology combined with fitness Mimics and develops skills and motions of real sports. Provides substantial exercise. Why its needed. Nothing appeals to today's kids more than technology

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Exergames

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  1. Exergames Technology in Physical Education By: Casey Dillon

  2. What are Exergames • Video game technology combined with fitness • Mimics and develops skills and motions of real sports. • Provides substantial exercise

  3. Why its needed • Nothing appeals to today's kids more than technology • Increase the appeal of physical activity • Makes classroom more entertaining • Gets kids moving!!!

  4. Technology Needed • Video Projector • Nintendo Wii • Wii Fit Game • Microsoft Excel • Microsoft PowerPoint

  5. Video Projector • Projector will allow entire class to participate simultaneously. • Only one projector needed per class • Best Option: BenQ MX613ST • Price: $650 • More Info: http://www.projectorcentral.com/BenQ%20MX613ST_classroom_projector_review.htm

  6. Nintendo Wii • Quantity: 1 • Price: $150 • More info: http://www.nintendo.com/wii

  7. Wii Fit Game • Quantity: 1wii fit board per student • Price: 19.99 each • More info: http://www.wiifit.com/buy-now/

  8. Microsoft Excel • Microsoft excel will be used to chart students progress. • Will keep class organized, can keep track of high scores, etc. • Already available in Microsoft Office

  9. Microsoft PowerPoint • PowerPoints can be presented to class using video projector. • Already available in Microsoft Office • PowerPoint will provide instruction and demonstration on how to use Wii equipment properly.

  10. Conclusion • Technology is everywhere. The sooner it is brought into physical education the better • Equipment is affordable • Kids will love it!

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