Inexpensive and easy to use, the pedometer is proving to be a very accessible technology in a variety of school and community settings. Now >Pedometer Power> shows you how to use pedometers to teach, promote, and assess physical activity.>Pedometer Power> provides concrete evidence that the pedometer is an effective tool for teaching students about physical activity, improving teaching, and facilitating program accountability. Based on the research of Dr. Bob Pangrazi (a respected physical education professor, researcher, and author) and two coauthors, Aaron Beighle and Dr. Cara Sidman, it presents a wealth of information and ready-to-go activities to help you apply this technology.For those who are new to the use of pedometers, Pedometer Power covers all the basics of starting a pedometer program-including how to use and store the devices, plus special considerations for school settings:- Minimizing breakage and loss- Recording and storing data- Fundraising- Involving parents and classroom teachers>Pedometer Power> offers 67 activities for grades K through 12 that you can start using today. Even those who've used pedometers in the classroom for years are sure to find lots of fresh new ideas. Some activities are designed to get students' families involved-a great way to reinforce the benefits of physical activity and using pedometers outside the classroom, too.Each chapter concludes with a list of books, articles, and Web sites that provide additional information about integrating pedometer programs into physical education, as well as companies to contact for more information about different types of pedometers.Pedometers help students learn about the many aspects of monitoring physical activity and about the value of maintaining an active lifestyle. Show your students how to get in step with >Pedometer Power.>
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