10 Mayıs 2007 Perşembe

MOTIVATION & MOVEMENT THROUGH THE USE OF PEDOMETERS


Objectives:To demonstrate the use of pedometers as a motivational tool to encourage movement amongst youth and adults.Methods:1) Using a Powerpoint presentation to reveal the latest International study on youth activity behavior on three continents2) Establishing the need for pedometers to motivate participation 3) Allow hands-on experience with pedometers to demonstrate set-up and applications4) Use pedometers to demonstrate the development of lesson plansResults:At the end of the session:- Participants will have a clear understanding of the use of pedometers.- Participants will be able to demontsrate the use of pedometers in a classroom- Participants will be able to develop lesson plans to use a pedometers as a motivational tool to encourage participation in physical education and wellness environments Conclusion:Research shows that pedometers are perceived to be 'cool" among 8 - 12 year olds. Indications are that a pedometer taken home from school impacts the family as a whole. Pedometers meet most techology standards in Education. It is an accurate measuring tool for intensity (steps) and duration (time in exercise). It is also the least expensive form of technology, per student, for Physical Education.The hard work has been done over the past four years in the USA. Lesson plans are developed, curriculum materials are available, and pedometers have been evaluated for accuracy and durability. Join us to learn more on the subject.

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