With media’s expansion to newer formats, including cellphones and tablets, increased portability and access has increased the use of technology for children.
The vast amount of time children are reportedly spending with technology, also means that active indoor or outdoor playtime has now largely been replaced by this sedentary activity.
The popularity, convenience and the current generational interest in technology would certainly lend itself to be incorporated into PA programs.
Examples of Successful Programs incorporated into PE and PA.
Pedometers increased PA levels, the ability to get instant visual feedback of the number of steps will increase an individual’s awareness of how a behavioral choice can impact PA.
Using video games called Exergames to promote body movement. The value of exergames could also be expanded with opportunities to engage in cross curricular academic subjects that are part of the experience.
HOPS, which is a multimedia, standards-compliant physical education system that has preloaded over 250 lessons taught by athletes and performers that can be projected onto a screen.