The PE Geek Podcast

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast, we explore the pro's and con's of the iPad (Tablet) & Chromebook's in Physical Education. In recent years, Chromebooks have been dominating the education market, however, are they the best fit for PhysED? Before we decide the ultimate winner, we battle over a variety of categories including;AffordabilityApp availabilityBattery life and managementCameraSi...

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast, I discuss the famous iOS vs Android question from the perspective of a PE Teacher or school looking to introduce one of the platforms into their practice. Before we decide the ultimate winner, we set the battle over a variety of categories including;Affordability, interface, and appsApp store usabilityBattery life and managementOS UpdatesCustomizabilityPerip...

One of my earliest memories of the internet revolves around me slaving away in my bedroom creating my very first website. Flash forward to today and it’s now possible for literally anyone with an internet connection to build a stunning website in a matter of minutes to hours. During this episode of The PE Geek podcast I share some of the resources available for PE Teachers to build their very own...

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast I share why its important for technology to become 'boring' before it really gets interesting. While this statement might seem rather strange, its become obvious to be that the real impact only happens when we move from 'cutting edge' to what could be seen as nothing but 'boring'.

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we speak with Mike Ginicola about the value of leveraging student choice & voice in thje Physical Education classroom. This has taken many forms in Mike's classes & has been empowered by the use of Gamification & Emerging Technologies. He also shares his love for the Plickers app and how he was able to take it to the next level using Magnets. Reso...

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we explore the disruptive technology of Augmented Reality & how it differs from Virtual Reality which was explored in the previous episode. Throughout the episode, we explore the applications it has in today's PE classrooms & the implications it has for education in the years beyond. Resources mentioned in this episodeStarWalk & Pokemon GoAnatomy...

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we explore the disruptive technology of Virtual Reality. This includes a look at the applications in the PE Classroom in todays classrooms as well as the potential for the future of education. While Virtual Reality as been around for many years, its only now reaching a point where its implications for learning and teaching are truly being felt with innovative...

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we explore a collection of tools you can utilise to assess students in team game or practical situations. Resources mentioned include;1. Plickers, Socrative & Kahoot2. Google Forms & Autocrat3. Seesaw

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast I share advice around best practice when it comes to your passwords & online security. We talk about how long it takes for a computer to hack a password & what you can do about it, plus much more. Resources mentioned include;1. www.howsecureismypassword.net2. Lastpass, 1password, Dashlane

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we explore a variety of simple and cloud based tools that you can leverage to produce classroom & lesson materials. Best of all these tools make it possible for you to create high quality resources without requiring you to spend hours learning complicated software and systems. Resources explored include;1. Canva, Comic Life & Piktochart2. Animoto &amp...

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast, I dive into the beast that is email & share ways to ensure you're able to effectively managed the overwhelm you likely feel. We also touch on the concept of Inbox Zero & the various ways you can achieve this each and everyday. Tools & Resources shared includeDelete, Delegate, Reply & DeferFollow Up ThenActive Inbox

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast I speak with superstar PhysEd Teacher & good fiend Mel Hamada. We touch on her experience in the International School World & how others can get started on the same path. Throughout the episode we explore how powers and perils of technologies and why its important to always start with the WHY!.Topics and Resources Mentioned include;1. The Power of Blo...

In this the final part of a 3 part series I dive into how the PE Geek Workshops led to a realisation to ConnectedPE & our global events to improve professional development. We also discuss the future of technologies in the classroom and how where really just only getting started with the possibilities they will provide. In this particular episode we touch on the following1. ConnectedPE2. The F...

In this the second part of a 3 part series I dive into how we we're able to turn one mobile application in a portfolio that approached almost 100. We also discuss how the advent of cloud technologies paved the way for a new suite of opportunities for educators. Finally I talk about why I got started with the PE Geek Workshops which have been conducted in almost 40 countries around the globe. In th...

A few months ago I received an email from an interested listener asking me to share the background story around The PE Geek Website. Initially I was relcutant to do so, however after thinking about it, the story itself includes many lessons around the progession of technologies in Physical Education. During the course of this 3 part mini series, I'm going to share how the website started right thr...

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we speak with Wellington Based Physical Eductor Carl Condliffe. Carl shares his expertise in the area of flipped learning, discuss what exactly it is and how people can get started implenting it in their practice. We also touch on how he has taken his love for this method of content delivery to a new level with his platform 'My Study Series'

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we speak about the privilege of being a Physical Education teacher and how we get to witness students striving for lifetime physical literacy. We also discuss the power of routines and frameworks in our lessons and how they can drive success. Ross also shares his passion for technologies and how he has been able to utilise them to capture authentic data that...

In this episode of the PE Geek Podcast we speak with none other than Andy Hair, a passionate Physical Educator from Victoria Australia. Throughout the episode we touch on the importance of providing transparency in all that we do and how Andy has achieved this with the use of tools like Persiscope, Blogs & Photography. We also touch on the power of a growth mindset & how today's teachers c...

In this episode of the podcast we discuss a SAMR model & how I use it when planning for the use of technologies in my PE classroom. The SAMR framework helps me apply a thoughtful analysis to each new tool, app or technique & lets me consider how it might be of benefit. SAMR is a model designed to help educators infuse technology into teaching and learning. Popularized by Dr. Ruben Puentedu...

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we speak with world renowned Gamification Expert Yukai Chou. Yu-kai Chou is an Author and International Keynote Speaker on Gamification and Behavioral Design. He is the Original Creator of the Behavior Framework: Octalysis, and the author of Actionable Gamification: Beyond Points, Badges, and Leaderboards. He is a sought after speaker/lecturer on gamification...

In this episode of the PE Geek Podcast, we switch focus and talk about the world of app development. In particular, I share how & why I chose to start building applications without having any prior experience & what I've learnt along the way. We also touch on the different ways that emerging technologies have made it possible for literally anyone to build their own app using nothing but cl...

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we speak with Adriaan Defraeije, a Physical Education teacher working in Tokyo, Japan. Adriaan discusses his background and how this led to the fusion of technologies in Physical Education & recognition as an Apple Distinguished Educator. Resources & topics shared in this episode includeThe Apple Distinguished Educator ProgramClipstro & Peer Asses...

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we chat with the man behind the amazing PE Specialist website, Ben Landers. Throughout the episode we discuss the power of reflection in our practice and how Ben has been able to leverage his GoPro to capture in lesson footage. This has been instrumental in enabling him to catalogue how lessons were setup for repeat sessions in the future, whilst also enablin...

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we explore the results from the 2016 World Technology in PE Audit. The data comprised from over 800 participants is a global snapshot of technology usage & recurring trends. You can use these results to generate discussion in your school or reaffirm the direction your taking related to technologies in PE. Grab the full report at www.thepegeek.com/results

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast I share 7 Observations I've made over the years surrounding the use of emerging technologies in PE. These observations have come from working with teachers all over the planet in offline and online capacities and form the basis for my thinking in the field. The list is certainly not exclusive or complete, but these observations recurrently come up in my work...