Blog #5

Due to internet issues over the weekend I am uploading a day late, my apologies! Last week we had  DiMuro speak to our class. Mr. DiMuro is the ICT specialist for the Brandon School Division & taught previously at Vincent Massey High School. At Vincent Massey he was blessed to have such awesome students including 15 year old me!

Mr. DiMuro spoke about several topics however the topic that stood out to me and interested me the most was the use of video games in the classroom. I think gaming can be a fantastic tool for getting students engaged and promote creativity in the classroom. It is 2021 and video games and technology are extremely prevalent in today's society. 

Although it might be difficult to get parents on board with using video games in the classroom, it is easier to understand the benefits of using technology and video games in 2021 then in previous years. As a physical educator I have had to use technology in my placements much more then I initially would have liked. 

For example, throughout my placement I used "Just Dance" via YouTube to ensure students were keeping social distancing all while moving their bodies and staying active. Check out a couple of the videos I have linked below.... who knows maybe you can dance away to one of them in your living room to keep active during this cold snap!! 

Just Dance Classroom Edition 
Happy Dance - Just Dance


This weeks question to you is.... Do you see yourself using games & technology in your future classroom?

Thanks for reading! 
Mr. Asham 💬

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