Response Post #1 – Matthew Campo (Post #2)
Thank you for your insights into the UDL Matthew! I completely agree with how the UDL can allow to build on each students unique strengths! Our differences should be celebrated rather than pushed aside, and I truly believe that each individual has a special unique skillset that is just waiting to be uncovered. With the main purpose of the UDL being to remove barriers for learners, I liked how you highlighted the importance of how when we are all able to properly express ourselves, we can achieve so much more!
Response Post #2 – Logan Judge (Post #3)
I really appreciate that you group decided on the topic of (exploring mental health and sports performance). Mental health has been getting some extra attention in recent years and athletes, (especially professional level) are seen as superhuman but in reality they have emotions the exact same as everyone else, they just happen to be really good at a particular sport. Something that you may find beneficial and could help with your seminar is to discuss the “Buddy-Check for Jesse” foundation. This organization highlights the importance of athletes checking in on one another’s mental well being, because often they are forgotten.
Response Post #3 – Abby Sullivan (Post #3)
Proper nutrition is a very important topic that is often overlooked in todays society. Our bodies truly are a temple and our mental and physical well being are directly attached to how well we take care of them. Often in todays world, people are attracted to quick and cheaper options such as fast food that lacks proper nutritional value. Your blog post allows for a comprehensive breakdown of the importance of a balanced diet. One note that I would like to add is that it may be beneficial to include a section for those who have barriers that may not allow them to have access to a healthy balanced diet. Most commonly the barrier is financial but often can come from a lack of time or not being in a proper environment.
Response Post #4 – Olivia Howse (Post #3)
Your topic of the importance of sleep resinates with me because I am someone who struggles with maintaining a proper sleep schedule. Sleep is something that if you leave it unaddressed for too long, all aspects of health will be affected. Being essential for muscle recovery, coordination, stress management and endurance it is easy to see how sleep can have such a major impact on athletes. Your post lays a clear foundation and allows the reader to foster a deeper understanding of sleep. I look forward to your seminar, and plan on taking some advice and strategies with me to improve my sleep habits.
Response Post #5 – Hannah Simpson (Post #4)
I believe that we share similar perspectives throughout our learning journey of this class. Health was something that I was always familiar with but active health was a new concept for me. Proactive steps to improve well being such as QDPE, proper nutrition, stress management and mental health awareness has made me much more conscious of these factors. These concepts are handed down through generations by educators, and it is extremely important to spread awareness. This also shifted my perspective on PHE as a whole, being revealed to have much more significance and importance than upon first glance.
Response Post #6 – Kim de Geus (Post #3)
I found the student-centered learning approach to be quite an interesting concept. Often times, students tend to rebel and push back against authority, not wanting to participate in classwork. At home, children often spend their free time doing things they enjoy, in this case lego. Using lego as means for storytelling and visualization is a very creative idea to encourage student engagement. Creating the illusion that the children are playing with their favourite toy (lego) while actually accomplishing meaningful lesson plans is a very neat concept! Keep up the good work!
Response Post #7 -Alexandra Bielitz (Blog Post #3)
The topic of integrating active health into daily routines is a excellent topic choice! One connection I make to this topic is basic off a book I just finished reading titled “Atomic Habits”. The act of integrating active health into daily routines relates with one the laws from the book called “make it easy”. Humans are known for taking the path of least resistance and if active health is already incorporated into daily life it will not feel like an additional effort. Talking to your classmates is a great way to create social well being, and to make school feel like a more welcoming place. I also liked the idea of allowing for some audience participation to ensure that everyone remains engaged.
Response Post #8 – Nicole Bolleman (Blog Post #3)
I really enjoyed reading your response on the topic of how nutrition plays a crucial role in active health. Poor diet can snowball into affecting all aspects of ones life. The North American diet consists of far too much ultra-processed foods strictly because of their low cost point and convenience. Essential vitamins that are needed for peak cognitive function such as omega-3 fatty acids are found in eggs, fish and nuts. This is just a very small example of the key minerals and vitamins people are missing out on when not maintaining proper diet. One thing I really liked about your idea is to create a quiz that will allow for more student engagement and knowledge retention.