There are many applications and web-based tools which we can use for PDHPE. Below is a list to start with, it is important to use apps that are in line with your teaching and learning programs and the needs of your students. Remember to think about the SAMR model when deciding if the application will, or how it can redefine tasks in PDHPE. The list is everchanging – if you know of an app that is effective when redefining pedagogy in PDHPE use the comment box below to let us know!
iMovie
Movie and video clip creation
Notability
Note taking, text and free drawn
Explain Everything
Explanation videos
i-Nigma/QR Code Monkey
QR scanner
Plickers
Formative assessment tool
Google Drive/Docs /Office 365
Document creation and storage
Book Creator
E book creation
Keynote
Presentation creation
Dropbox/iCloud
Cloud file storage
iMuscle
Muscles
Human Anatomy
Human anatomy including organs
World Anti Doping Agency Prohibited List
Speaks for itself
St John’s first aid
You can use the website to save $4.49 but app is great for devices
My Fitness Pal
Calorie counter diet planner – nutrition
National Drugs Campaign
App to support national campaign
Sprint Timer
Great for carnivals – timer with video footage
Hudl (used to be ubersense)
Coaching/skills analysis
Daily Physical Activity – Activities and lesson plans for PE
Useful for PASS coaching unit
Smiling mind
Daily mindfulness
Stroke builder
Swimming app for non-swimmers to assist with stroke correction
Think don’t drink
Alcohol-based app with videos and quiz
Oz Health
Epidemiology
Better Health Channel
App version of the website – health information
Sports Rules
Useful for PASS coaching unit
Essential Web Tools for PDHPE
Just like applications, web tools can be very powerful for redefining pedagogy in PDHPE. A lot of web-based tools now have apps which makes them effective for BYOD schools. Below is a list of web tools which can be used to enhance pedagogy in PDHPE, again, this list is by all means not complete – feel free to explore more and comment below with web tools you find effective!
Plickers
Formative assessment tool
ScoopIt
Curation tool
Pearl Trees
Curation tool
Today’s Meet
Give every student a voice in the classroom when asking questions
EdPuzzle
Formative assessment using videos
Kahoot
Game based formative assessment