Power of Technology & Worldwide #PECHAT

The transformative and transparent power of technology to influence learning is all around us and is accessible to teacher-candidates of all abilities. Integrating technology into education is crucial for our students continued understanding, growth, networking and professional development.  How we choose to use them and where we place them in the learning process is our mandate. 

Specific examples of successful PE InTechGration.

Trish - Yoga lesson (video, ipad, assessments - specific congruent)

Ben - ePortfolio (unit planning, professional development)

Live #PECHAT

Is this fitness?

Erwan Le Corre is the founder of “MovNat”, a synthesis of his long-term passion for real-world physical competency, his love of movement in nature, his extensive knowledge of Physical Education history, and his personal philosophy of life. He believes it is everyone’s universal and biological birthright to be strong, healthy, happy and free. He calls this state of being our “True Nature”.

Student teaching thoughts for Rockstar PE

The elementary is such a great experience student teaching! I'm having a blast and the children love to learn! My cooperating teacher is great and does a great job with the children. This placement is terrific compared to my first placement at the high school level. Photos, videos, and more to come! Check out my blog at dhowardphysed.blogspot.com

Sarah Nadrowski (2013) Wins All-Around National Title

Congratulations to Sarah Nadrowski a Cortland PE Senior who won the all-around title at the National Collegiate Gymnastics Association (NCGA) Championships, hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.  The Cortland team won third place overall. More details can be found here.

Who profits from the NCAA March Madness?

Click image to see a larger versionCollege Basketball and Taxes via H&R Block

20 Surprising Social Media Stats For 2012

Interesting facts compiled by GO-Globe.com about our usage of social media.

No Recess in Syracuse?

You heard me, there will be no recess scheduled in Syracuse city schools this year.  On top of that you can bet that they don't have daily PE either as it is not mandated by the state DOE.

“If they are going to opt to do recess, they are going to be taking time from ELA (English language arts) and math, and that’s a choice I hope every teacher considers very carefully,” Kelley said.

They have obviously not read the latest on brain development, physical fitness and academics.

I spent a few days in March at Naperville, IL where PE, recess, and physical activity is paramount to learning for all, but especially for those with difficulty learning math, and reading (part of Common Core). These are the results for the Learning Readiness PE program over 5 years:

• Reading rose 1-2 grade levels
• Math scores increased 10-22%

Don't forget to get your resources for the benefits of exercise, fitness on academics at:

• NASPE Advocacy Toolkit - http://www.aahperd.org/naspe/advocacy/governmentRelations/toolkit.cfm
• Postion Statements http://www.aahperd.org/naspe/standards/PEPS.cfm 
• Let's Move in Schools - http://www.aahperd.org/letsmoveinschool/about/overview.cfm

One of the main authors of the brain study on youth who exercise is Chuck Hillman and you can find one of his papers here from the Nature journal "Be smart, exercise your heart: exercise effects on brain and cognition"

#PEchat Takes-Off

The first World Wide #pechat has been happening all day and will continue the entire day through the Pacific and eventually Europe. Here is the initial batch of 300+ tweets that show-off our willingness to share with each other to improve the lives of our students.

Cortland PE Student-Athletes to Compete at NCAA Div. III Championships

Men's Baseball
Cortland to Open vs. Kean at NCAA Div. III World Series Friday in Wisconsin
The SUNY Cortland baseball team earned its 11th trip to the NCAA Division III World Series and its fifth in eight years by defeating host Farmingdale State, 2-1, Saturday afternoon in the championship round of the New York Regional. The Red Dragons (39-7-1) will face Kean (pronounced Kane) University of New Jersey (37-10) during the opening day of competition Friday, May 25, at 1:15 p.m. (2:15 p.m. Eastern) at Fox Cities Stadium in Grand Chute, Wis. (near Appleton). The eight-team, double-elimination tournament runs until Tuesday, May 29.

Men's LacrosseCortland outscored Tufts 8-1 over the final 26 minutes to overcome a 9-4 deficit and the nationally second-ranked Red Dragons defeated the fourth-ranked Jumbos, 12-10, in the NCAA Div. III men's lacrosse semifinals at the SUNY Cortland Stadium Complex. Cortland remained undefeated at 21-0 and will face top-ranked and unbeaten Salisbury University (22-0) in the national title game on Sunday, May 27 at 4 p.m. at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass.


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Track & Field
SUNY Cortland athletes are scheduled to compete in five men's events and two women's events at the NCAA Div. III Outdoor Track and Field Championships Thursday-Saturday, May 22-24, in Claremont, Calif.

SUNY Cortland Athletics - Cortland to Compete in Five Men's Events, Two Women's Events at NCAA Div. III Championships

Lives in Crisis: Transformed by Tony Robbins (Bright Spots)

Author, life coach, and motivational speaker Tony Robbins. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Anthony Robbins is a world-famous motivator and life-coach but its great that he offers lots of little videos to compliment their Coach Training website and his mega workshops. I think it is so important for everyone, especially those in education, to work on your own professional development and growth.  To really make a difference you need to be a lifelong learner and have a thirst for constant growth.   Reading, taking workshops, discussing with peers and mentors and contributing to your Personal Learning Network will make all the difference in your potential.

Click here to see how he transformed Rechaud's lifelong struggle with stuttering by listening first and identifying the first time he remembers stuttering and what was the emotional trigger. The term Bright Spots comes from a great book by Chip & Dan Heath called "Switch" - a must read.

Cover via Amazon

What Recent College Grads Regret the Most

What Recent College Graduates Regret the Most [Chart]: "

According to a recent survey by Rutgers University’s Heldrich Center for Workforce Development [pdf], the above are recent college graduates’ seven biggest regrets looking back on their college years as they consider their current employment situation. While most graduates say they are ultimately happy with their decision to have gone to college, a full 74% regret not doing something differently. The tops: Wishing they had been more careful about selecting a major or choosing a different major, or getting more part-time work or internship experience.

(via Andrew Sullivan. h/t Hannah Waters)

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• Recent College Grads Wanted More Tech Classes (speedofcreativity.org)