Organise a virtual running race using the Nike+iPod kit

1. Race Around the World
Using a Nike+iPod Kit to teach valuable global lessons

2. About Me
Paul Fuller
Year 4 / 5 Teacher
Orange Grove Primary
paulfuller75@mac.com

3. Session Notes
digitalgeneration.wikispaces.com

4. The Successful 21st Century Citizen
Collaborative
Innovative
Global
Multi-disciplinary
Tech savvy

5. Authentic work
for
Authentic audiences

6. The Nike + iPod Kit
Three Components

7. iPod Nano
(Second Generation)
from $199

8. Nike+iPod Kit
$48

9. Nike+ shoes
$150+

10. Runaway AnyShoe
Adapter
$19

13. Individual Use

14. Instant Feedback
• Speed
• Time Elapsed
• Comparison with best time
• Calories

15. Post-run Feedback

16. Post-run Feedback

17. Post-run Feedback

18. Possible Uses
• Maths
• Physical Education
• Health
• Goal Setting

20. Collaborative Use

23. Races
Between individuals
Between groups in a class
Between classes in a school
Between schools in different parts of the country
Between schools in different parts of the world

24. Global Connections

25. Tips
• Time Zones matter!
• Race for a fixed time, not a fixed distance
• Charge the iPods at night
• No racing at home!
• Arrange a roster and change-over team
• Record distance run by each runner

26. Making the Connection
State: ECAWA
National: Mailing Lists (eg MacEd)
International: www.globalschoolhouse.org

27. Questions