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The PE Geek Podcast

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The PE Geek Podcast is the number one destination for anyone interested in utilising technologies within their Physical Education classroom. The Podcast explores current tools, trends and classroom proven ideas.

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Episodes

The Future of Learning – AI, StudyAI, and Personalized Education

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast , Jarrod Robinson explores the rapid transformation of education through AI , focusing on StudyAI , a powerful AI-driven personal tutor designed to support students in homework, test prep, and self-directed learning . Jarrod discusses the scalability of AI in education , the challenges of traditional learning models , and how AI empowers teachers and students alike . He also tackles common misconceptions about AI in education and why technology is not repla...

Feb 25, 202521 min

Catching Up and Gazing Forward: The Innovative Technologies Shaping the Future

Summary: In this catch-up episode of The PE Geek Podcast, we discuss the journey of exploring the use of technology in physical education over the years, the growth and development of teachers' skillsets, and the exciting new opportunities and challenges on the horizon. Show Notes: Introduction Welcome to the catch-up episode of The PE Geek Podcast. Reflection on the journey of the podcast and its focus on technology in PE. The Evolving Landscape of Education Years of work producing content and ...

Apr 25, 20239 min

Episode 117 - A Catchup with Ben Landers

In the first of our asynchronous podcast interviews Ben Landers shares his journey to the PE classroom and how he got started using technologies

Aug 05, 202213 min

Episode 116 - The Power of Video with Pat Hughes

In this episode of the PE Geek podcast, we speak with International PE Teacher Pat Hughes about his journey to the classroom and beyond. Topics covered include International Teaching Video Delay Apps QR Codes

May 16, 202021 min

Episode 114 - Creating Digital Resources with Matt Donaldson

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast, we're joined by Perth based PE Teacher Matt Donaldson. Throughout the episode, we discuss the power of Apple iBooks Author and how it can be used to produce engaging digital resources for students and bey.

Apr 23, 202016 min

Episode 113 - 6 Weeks into Online Learning with Rachel Ford

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we speak with PE teacher Rachel Ford who works in China. We discuss online learning and how she has been able to leverage technologies to support her students away from school.

Apr 01, 202022 min

Episode 112 - Online Learning Best Practice with Carl Condliffe

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast, we speak with Flipped Learning Expert Carl Condliffe. Throughout the conversation, we touch on best practice from his wealth of experience delivering high-quality learning outcomes for PE students through his platform at My Study Series .

Mar 19, 202019 min

Episode 111 - Connecting Through Track & Field with Lachlan McLellan

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we speak with International School PE Teacher Lachlan McLellan. Throughout the conversation we speak about these experiences in elite track and field competition and how this has filtered down to his work with students and technologies. Other topics covered in the session include; Teaching PE overseas Connection with Track and Field Speed Gates Hudl Technique Power of Social Media Games in PE Competitiveness in Sports...

Feb 17, 202015 min

Episode 110 - Saving Time with Eric Davolt

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we speak with Californian PE Teacher Eric Davolt. Throughout the episode we explore. The journey into the PE Classroom How standards based grading opened up the world of twitter Controlling music remotely Google classroom Plickers & Socrative You can connect with Eric via the following spaces Twitter -@MrPhysicalEd Website - www.thephysedcoach.com...

Jan 21, 202016 min

Episode 109 - The Domino Effect with Andrew Wymer

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we speak with Andrew Wymer and explore his use of technologies in the PE Classroom. Topics covered include; The power of social media for sharing wins, challenges & connecting with others Animated GIFs Team Shake Connect with Andrew on twitter @AndrewWymer10s

Jan 06, 202021 min

Episode 107 - Self Directed Teaching with Kyle Bragg

In this episode of the PE Geek podcast we speak with Kyle Bragg about his journey to technology in the classroom. Topics covered include: https://www.thepespecialist.com/tv/ (Ben Landers) https://www.cbhpe.org/ (Projector ideas/GIFs from Becky and Mark Foellmer) https://www.physeddepot.com/plickers-magnets-plagnets.html (Plickers or Plicker Magnets for assessments) from Mike Ginicola https://www.classdojo.com/ (Class Dojo, app to keep parents informed, share videos with them) https://apps.apple....

Dec 12, 201917 min

Episode 106 - Fitness Testing?

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast I share my views & experiences with fitness testing and discuss some of the tools and resources you can use to help make the process more streamlined and efficient. Resources shared in this episode include Fitness Tests App for iOS & Android FitnessMeter, SprintTimer, Bleep Test Pro, Music Beep Test Google Forms, Google Sheets and DocAppender ConnectedPE Membership Mr Adam PE...

Oct 03, 201822 min

Episode 105 - The Power of Play with Dale Sidebottom

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we speak with Dale Sidebottom, the founder of Energetic.Education. Dale shares how he has been able to dramatically change his overall happiness by leveraging 4 core pillars; Exercise Play Mindfulness Sharing These pillars have had such an impact on his life that it eventually led him to the creation of his FREE app Jugar Life . Jugar is a daily routine app, providing simple but effective strategies you can incorporate into your daily routine to help you ex...

Jul 21, 201829 min

Episode 104 - An Interview with The PE Geek

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast Mandy Collins flips the equation and interviews me about technologies and physical education and the observations we've made working with tens of thousands of people per year. Some of the questions asked include What have we contributed to in terms of educational thinking and practices? Do you think PE Teachers have changed the way they teach today? How can we help apathetic learners in PE? What should a new teacher focus on and master when they begin teach...

May 24, 201830 min

Episode 103 - Starting from a Solid Foundation with Brenda Tang

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we chat with Physical Educator, Brenda Tang and explore her journey to the PE classroom. Throughout the episode we discuss the importance of starting with a solid foundation of good practice when exploring technology in your classroom. Follow Brenda on Twitter Visit her New Blog Resources mentioned in this episode include; Prezi Classbreak Balance It OneNote Remind 101...

Apr 25, 201826 min

Episode 102 - Crowd Funding Tech in PE with Bailee Sandsmark

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we speak with PE Teacher Bailee Sandsmark and explore a variety of tools and strategies for using technology in the PE Classroom. We also discuss the power of crowd funding through sites such as Donors Choose & how she's be able to leverage these to acquire technology in her program.ResourcesPlickers Donors ChooseFollow Bailee on Twitter

Apr 03, 201825 min

Episode 101 - Exploring the Research with Julia Sargent

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we interview Julia Sargent and explore why teachers are introducing emerging technologies in their practice even though they're not required too. The conversation moves between a variety of deep topics around the area of introducing technologies into our practices & how we can ensure that learning remains the focus.Resources Digital Technology in PhysEdUniversity profile & LinkedIn Profiles

Jan 22, 201819 min

Episode 100 - One Hundred Ways to Use Technology in PE

In the 100th episode of The PE Geek Podcast we celebrate by sharing 100 different ways that you can introduce Technologies into your Physical Education classroom. On their own the ideas won't transform your teaching, but our goal here is to spark the curiosity that drives exploration of these ideas in your lessons.

Dec 11, 201728 min

Episode 99 - Swimming with an iPad with Joel Smedes

In this episode of The PE Geek Podcast we speak with Joel Smedes a passionate Phys Ed teacher working in Laos. Throughout the episode we explore how he got started using technologies and how he's applied these to aquatic lessons.

Nov 28, 201724 min

Episode 98 - Connection Before Content with Mark Collard

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast we speak with Mark Collard from Playmeo.com. He is the founder and director of playmeo, a small professional development company which specialises in helping program leaders all over the world design and deliver remarkably fun programs that make a difference in the lives and performance of their groups. A recurring theme throughout the episode is the power of teachers creating authentic connections with their students before moving onto any content. Links &...

Nov 12, 201721 min

Episode 97 - A Tech in PE Journey with Alison Leathwood

In this episode of The PE Geek podcast I speak with Alison Leathwood, a passionate Canadian Physical Educator working in Vietnam. Throughout the episode we explore her journey to the International teaching sector & how she began to leverage technologies in her practice.

Oct 27, 201730 min

Episode 96 - iPads Vs Chromebooks in PhysED

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 managementCameraSimplicityPortabilitySchool ManagementPE AppsPE Training

Oct 16, 201728 min

Episode 95 - iOS Vs Android in PE

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 UpdatesCustomizabilityPeripheralsVoice assistantsCameraSimplicitySchool ManagementPE AppsPE Training

Oct 01, 201729 min

Episode 94 - Building a Phys Ed Classroom Website

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 websites.Resources mentioned in this episodeWeebly & Weebly EducationGoogle SitesStrikingly &amp...

Sep 08, 201728 min

Episode 93 - When Tech Gets Boring, It Gets Interesting

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'.

Sep 01, 201719 min

Episode 92 - Choice & Voice with Mike Ginicola

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.Resources mentioned in this episodePlickers, ClassCraft, Balance It Jump It TranscriptionDuration: [00:19...

Aug 20, 201720 min

Episode 91 - All About Augmented Reality

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 4D, Virtuali-tee, AurasmaApples upcoming ARKit

Aug 15, 201719 min

Episode 90 - The Future of Virtual Reality

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 teachers embracing their potential.

Jul 28, 201723 min
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