ABSTRACT

Contemporary physical education includes models-based practice or the use of pedagogical models, which have become an increasingly important element in the repertoire of quality physical education teachers. This chapter discusses how current technological advances can inform model-based practice and support physical education teachers and students in its implementation. Specifically, model based teaching in physical education is discussed given the example of Sport Education. Initially conceived as an alternative to ineffective teacher-directed traditional practices, Sport Education provides better sporting experiences for children in their physical education classes. The chapter provides examples and discussion of how digital technologies can be incorporated in educational process to help teachers and students in achieving Sport Education’s objectives. The chapter is meant to spur readers’ thought process and provoke discussions of how technological advances can be incorporated into the teaching and learning dichotomy and furthermore, even how digital pedagogy can transform models-based practice.