I'm BariHi, my name is Barilugbene Ipaa, but I go by either Bari or Berry. Lethbridge has been my home ever since arriving at the age of 7. Playing, watching and coaching sports is an essential component of my identity. I enjoy new experiences, adventures and exploring the beauty of other cultures.
It is my belief that teachers hold a special gift to connect to students and guide them beyond the curriculum. My desire is to one day be able to share that gift with my own students |
Rationale and Design
Physical education programs, and educators often stress the importance of participation and “effort”. However, there is currently not a reliable way to measure those factors objectively. This inquiry in meaningful because as educators, we owe it to our students to provide affective ways of assessment that is both fair and consistent. This website is designed to introduce educators to the idea of heart rate training; maintaining a set range of beats per minute during a workout. Using heart rate training, educators can Assess which active zones students are at. Moreover, it is a progressive technique used by many professional athletic associations to to educate and train athletes of the importance of cardiovascular endurance.
My project utilized the Fitbit inspire 2, for tracking student fitness. However, there are a variety of affordable fitness trackers with similar capabilities. Click the button below for more ideas.