IGCSE P.E. Ch. 10.8 Technology in Sports

IGCSE P.E. Ch. 10.8 Technology in Sports

Discovering how modern adavances in technology have impacted sports

Learning Objectives

• The use of technology in sport: Decision making, tracking, and enhancing performance.

• The positive and negative effect of Technology in sport.

Poll

Learning Goals

• Level 1: I can give examples of how technology is used in various ways in sport.

• Level 2: I can describe and give examples of how technology is used in various ways in sport, and how it might have a positive or negative impact.

• Level 3: I can describe in detail the use of technology in all aspects of sport, including athletes training to officials decision making. I can explain the positive and negative impacts of technology on sport on all those involved.

Open Ended

When you participate in sport or activities, do you use any form of technology to aid you, if so what?

Open Ended

Based on your research, suggest 3 ways that technology has impacted sports.

Technology in Sport

Technology has had a major impact in the world of sports, affecting almost every area.

Technology in Sport

• Decision-making by officials.

• Performance and fitness analysis for athletes.

• Recording time and distances in events.

• Improving audience experience whether at home or live at event.

Multiple Select

Suggest three ways that technology can aid officials in decision making.

• Easier communication between officials

• Some venues may not be able to afford certain technologies

• Difficult decisions can be reviewed to ensure they are correct

• Use of technology such as marking spray can help maintain rules

• May expose errors or poor decisions

Open Ended

Describe one example of a sport or physical activity, other than football, where the use of technology can aid referees or officials to ensure the correct decisions are made.

Technology & officials

• Communication with other officials

• Use of replays to Review decisions

• Use of technology to ensure fair play

Technology & officials

• Electronic Starting blocks

• RFC's track athletes' speed

• Photo finish

Multiple Select

Suggest three disadvantages that can result from the use of technology to support officials.

• Officials can communicate easier.

• Can slow the game down while decisions are reviewed.

• May see errors or poor decisions which may undermine the officials.

• Some officials may become to reliant on technology to make decisions.

• Difficult decisions can be reviewed to ensure the correct decisions are made.

Disadvantages of Technology for officials

• Can slow the game down

• May undermine the officials

• Officials may become over reliant

• Inconsistency in decisions

Open Ended

Describe naming a sport or physical activity three ways that the use of technology has improved sports.

Technology in Sport

Other than helping officials with decisions, the use of technology has provided various improvements to other aspects of sport.

Regular testing is done to find new innovations that can improve the quality of participation and performance in sports.

Technology in sport

• Improved surfaces

• Clothing and footwear

• Materials and designs of equipment

Technology and performance

Technology and performance

• Able to measure progress more accurately which leads to better performance

• Equipment technologies: Rackets are lighter and stronger. Balls can sustain pressure for longer

• Clothing and footwear can allow athletes to train better with lower risk of injuries

Technology and performance

• Video analysis so the performer can see areas that need improving

• Sports science can help monitor diet, improve movement and recovery from injury

Multiple Select

Suggest three ways how performers can use different technologies to enhance performance.

• Equipment technologies to improve fitness and ensure better quality of training to enhance performance.

• Use of sports science to assess diet, movement and recovery

• Video analysis so the performer can see areas that need improving.

• Use of social technology can interfere with training.

• Social media can allow athlete to interact with fans.

Technology and Spectators

How has technology impacted sports for those who watch?

Technology and Spectators

Technology has helped improve the viewing experience of both those attending live and also those viewing at home.

From the commentary and analysis to the different camera angles that are available to see and understand why decisions are being made.

This all adds to the drama and excitement of the game

Open Ended

Suggest three ways that technology can improve the viewership of those attending a sports event.

Multiple Select

Describe three ways that technology has a positive effect on spectators attending a major football game.

• While officials review and make a decision, the momentum of the game can be slowed which will spoil the viewing experience for those watching.

• Electronic scoreboards ensure that all spectators are aware of the result.

• Screens showing instant replays and VAR and referee decisions, so audience and players can know the decision being made.

• Reversed decisions may lead to crowd becoming angry at officials.

• The quality of the playing surface makes the game more enjoyable for the audience to watch.

Multiple Select

Suggest four ways that technology has a positive effect on spectators attending a major sports event, such as a tennis match.

• Service speeds are shown which increases spectator understanding and interest

• Some officials maybe too reliant of technology to make decisions.

• Ball tracking technology so the ball can be correctly called in or out to allow spectators to know the reason for decisions being made, e.g. Hawkeye.

• Net cord sensors to detect the slightest brush by the ball to reduce debate over the fairness of a serve

• the quality of the surface allows a more consistent bounce and provides better quality games to watch

Technology and Spectators

The use of technology has allowed the audience to be more aware of what is going on in the game or competition; the audience is more informed of decisions and reasons behind them.

The improvement in the quality of surface and equipment used also allows for the sport to be easier and more enjoyable for the eye.

Disadvantages of Technology in sport

What are the negatives from the introduction of technology in sports?

Open Ended

Suggest three negative factors from the introduction and use of technology in sport.

Disadvantages of Technology in sport

• Not all performers have access to the best technologies.

• High costs can limit some sports ability to introduce certain technologies.

• some venues may not be able to host major events.

• Lower levels of competitions may not be able to afford technology.

• Can slow down the game, expose officials for poor decisions and undermine them.

Exam Questions

Strive for success & Aim to be the best.

Open Ended

(a) Describe three ways that technology has a positive effect on spectators attending a major sports event, such as a tennis match.

[3]

Open Ended

(b) Explain how performers can use different technologies to enhance performance in a named physical activity.

Physical Activity

Explanation

[3]

Open Ended

(c) Suggest disadvantages that can result from the introduction of technology in sport.

[4]

Open Ended

(a) Describe one benefit of the use of technology in sport for OFFICIALS.

[1]

Open Ended

(b) Describe, using examples from two named physical activities, the positive impact of technology on spectators.

[2]

Open Ended

(c) Suggest two ways that the internet and social media may benefit a performer.

Open Ended

Describe how technology has brought a different improvement in each of the following activities.

Football

Cycling

Javelin throwing

[3]

Poll

Achieved Learning Goals

• Level 1: I can give examples of how technology is used in various ways in sport.

• Level 2: I can describe and give examples of how technology is used in various ways in sport, and how it might have a positive or negative impact.

• Level 3: I can describe in detail the use of technology in all aspects of sport, including athletes training to officials decision making. I can explain the positive and negative impacts of technology on sport on all those involved.

Open Ended

Reflection and Feedback:

Rose: What worked well for you?

Thorne: What did you struggle with?

Bud: Moving forward, what can you do to overcome the struggles?