According to Techopedia, a course management system enables teachers to create online course content and post it on the Web (Janssen, n.d). It also states that it has become and integral part of higher education systems but I believe that there is a place for a CMS in the middle school level and in a physical education course.
A course management system incorporates many aspects of teaching into one online system. For administrative purposes it includes attendance and a record of student's grades. In regards to the teaching aspect, it includes posting of learning objectives, content standards, class assignments, test, and discussion forums. It is also an excellent way to incorporate teacher to student interaction, student to student interaction, and parent to teacher interaction.
Implementing technology appropriately into physical education can enhance teaching and learning and contribute to providing a quality physical education program. Technology can assist in presentation of content and help students become a physically educated person who have the knowledge, skills and confidence to enjoy a lifetime of physical activity (National Association for Sport and Physical Education, 2004, 2009a, 2009b, 2009c). The integration of a course management system in physical education encourages students to practice skills outside of school facilities. For example, a lesson on the course management system would be dribbling the basketball. Then a demonstration video is posted before and after the lesson is taught to provide practice for students no matter their ability level.
A course management system is excellent for all students because it keeps their grades, attendance, and activities all together. By having the organisation of all three aspects, students will have a better understanding of what areas in the unit plan need improvements. It is also an excellent alternative to paper based written test because students are able to take tests and quizzes in the course management system which will then calculate your scores and provide the students and teachers with immediate grades.
I believe that technology and Physical Education is often misunderstood and mistaken due to the difficulty of providing computer, laptops, or iPads in the gymnasium. Through the use of a CMS it provides a great source to check and monitor student growth from class activities, participation, and preparation. Technology is utilised in Physical Education to support and enhance lessons to improve student understanding of skills.
Resources:
Janssen, C. (n.d.). Course Management System (CMS). Retrieved from: http://www.techopedia.com/definition/6651/course-management-system-cms.
A course management system incorporates many aspects of teaching into one online system. For administrative purposes it includes attendance and a record of student's grades. In regards to the teaching aspect, it includes posting of learning objectives, content standards, class assignments, test, and discussion forums. It is also an excellent way to incorporate teacher to student interaction, student to student interaction, and parent to teacher interaction.
Implementing technology appropriately into physical education can enhance teaching and learning and contribute to providing a quality physical education program. Technology can assist in presentation of content and help students become a physically educated person who have the knowledge, skills and confidence to enjoy a lifetime of physical activity (National Association for Sport and Physical Education, 2004, 2009a, 2009b, 2009c). The integration of a course management system in physical education encourages students to practice skills outside of school facilities. For example, a lesson on the course management system would be dribbling the basketball. Then a demonstration video is posted before and after the lesson is taught to provide practice for students no matter their ability level.
A course management system is excellent for all students because it keeps their grades, attendance, and activities all together. By having the organisation of all three aspects, students will have a better understanding of what areas in the unit plan need improvements. It is also an excellent alternative to paper based written test because students are able to take tests and quizzes in the course management system which will then calculate your scores and provide the students and teachers with immediate grades.
I believe that technology and Physical Education is often misunderstood and mistaken due to the difficulty of providing computer, laptops, or iPads in the gymnasium. Through the use of a CMS it provides a great source to check and monitor student growth from class activities, participation, and preparation. Technology is utilised in Physical Education to support and enhance lessons to improve student understanding of skills.
Resources:
Janssen, C. (n.d.). Course Management System (CMS). Retrieved from: http://www.techopedia.com/definition/6651/course-management-system-cms.
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