Teaching Strategies in Sports Physics

Mike Lisa, a physics of sports teacher at OSU, discusses his teaching methods using technology like iPads and videos to engage students, many of whom are non-science majors. He emphasizes the importance of organization, using tools like iTunes for video playlists, and selecting the right apps for classroom use. The course focuses on applying physics concepts to real-world sports scenarios, making learning more compelling for students.

What is the primary focus of the course taught by Mike Lisa?

• Physics of art

• Physics of technology

• Physics of sports

• Physics of music

Why does Mike Lisa prefer using slides instead of blank notebooks?

• Slides are cheaper

• Slides are more colorful

• Slides are easier to carry

• Slides have pre-made images and space for notes

What device does Mike Lisa use to annotate slides during class?

• Laptop

• iPad

• Desktop computer

• Smartphone

How does Mike Lisa use videos in his teaching?

• He uses them to replace lectures

• He plays them without any interaction

• He uses them for background music

• He freeze-frames and analyzes them

What is a key challenge in organizing video content for the class?

• Getting permission to use videos

• Finding high-quality videos

• Editing videos for length

• Organizing hundreds of videos

Which tool does Mike Lisa find most useful for organizing videos?

• Google Drive

• Dropbox

• VLC Media Player

• iTunes

What app does Mike Lisa use for displaying PDFs to students?

• Goodnotes

• Notability

• OneNote

• Evernote

Why is it important to analyze real-time sports actions in class?

• It helps students understand theoretical concepts

• It is a requirement by the university

• It fills up class time

• It makes the class more entertaining

What advantage does using real athletes' images have over simple drawings?

• They are less expensive

• They are easier to draw

• They are more relatable and compelling

• They are more colorful

What technological improvement does Mike Lisa find crucial in the classroom?

• High-speed internet

• Two independent projectors

• Wireless microphones

• Smartboards