By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept

Theindiabizz

  • Explore
    • India
    • Business
    • Venture capital
    • Private equity
    • Product Roadmap
  • News
    • Market
    • acquisition
    • Funding
    • energy
    • Automobile
  • Industry
    • Beauty Sector
    • Entertainment
    • Hotel Industry
    • Enterprise IT
    • Property
    • Consumer Internet
    • Tech
    • E commerce
    • Agency
    • Edtech startup
    • Banking Sector
  • Health
  • Leadership
Search
More
  • Her Story
  • Interview
  • Art And Culture News
  • Women Power
  • cryptocurrency
  • current affairs
  • Investor Pitch Deck
  • List of Indian VCs
  • List Of Investors In India
  • pr-newswire
  • Press release
  • Raise fund
  • Submit Startup
  • Write for us
  • Partners
  • Jobs
  • Privacy Policy
Reading: Online Physical Education Programs During ‘New Normal’ is Important
Share
Notification Show More
Latest News
Techie Turns Son’s School Project Into Startup, Builds Affordable Electric Bikes
Techie Turns Son’s School Project Into Startup, Builds Affordable Electric Bikes
February 4, 2023
LordsMed teams with Hindustan Antibiotics for rapid antigen test kits distribution
LordsMed teams with Hindustan Antibiotics for rapid antigen test kits distribution
February 2, 2023
D2C superfood brand Nourish You raised $2 million in seed from Y Janardhana Rao and others
D2C superfood brand Nourish You raised $2 million in seed from Y Janardhana Rao and others
February 1, 2023
Electric scooter and swappable-battery company Bounce Infinity raised $20 million funds from Sequoia
Electric scooter and swappable-battery company Bounce Infinity raised $20 million funds from Sequoia
January 31, 2023
Spice Story Gets Funded By a Shark, Raises Rs 70 lakh for 5 pc Equity
Spice Story Gets Funded By a Shark, Raises Rs 70 lakh for 5 pc Equity
January 30, 2023
Aa
TheindiabizzTheindiabizz
Aa
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Funding
  • Health
  • Science
  • Fashion
  • acquisition
  • Agency news
  • Beauty Sector
Search
  • Explore
    • India
    • Business
    • Venture capital
    • Private equity
    • Product Roadmap
  • News
    • Market
    • acquisition
    • Funding
    • energy
    • Automobile
  • Industry
    • Beauty Sector
    • Entertainment
    • Hotel Industry
    • Enterprise IT
    • Property
    • Consumer Internet
    • Tech
    • E commerce
    • Agency
    • Edtech startup
    • Banking Sector
  • Health
  • Leadership
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
Business

Online Physical Education Programs During ‘New Normal’ is Important

Editor Desk
By Editor Desk Published January 22, 2021
Last updated: 2021/01/22 at 2:19 PM
Share
SHARE

The coronavirus pandemic has brought about a 180-degree change in the life of all individuals-adults and children alike. To contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, most governments around the world have announced the temporary closure of schools. According to UNESCO, close to 300 million learners have been affected. The routine of children is tremendously disturbed as there is no distinction between school time and playtime.

Sportz Village Schools

Studies have shown that children return from summer breaks with lower levels of fitness due to the lack of physical activity. In the current scenario, the fitness of children is expected to dramatically worsen as they would be indoors for a longer duration of time with no adequate physical activities. The only solution to the problem is making home a child’s new playground.

Several research studies have shown that students tend to retain 25% to 60% more content while learning digitally. While a quick shift has been noticed from offline to online space as far as academics are concerned, the transition has been slow/absent for physical education or play. COVID or No COVID children still need to play for their health, immunity as well as happiness.

One may argue that there are numerous videos on YouTube and other digital media. However, expecting all children to proactively access these videos every day, is easier said than done.

Guiding children through the apt physical activity, teaching/correcting them as and when necessary and motivating them to do the activities/exercises are also important and require the (virtual) supervision of a physical education trainer. The distinction between adults and children is figuring out the age-appropriate activities and personalizing them for children.

Krish Iyengar, Head of Sportz Village Schools, says “The digital medium can also incorporate a points system such as a leader board that can be used to foster competitiveness. The competitiveness in turn can serve as a motivation for children to do the activities. With the ability to shoot quick videos, we are seeing innovative ideas from children shared in various forums.“

Several innovative digital programs have been developed to ensure that children are fit during school closures. Online physical education programs of such nature are gradually gaining momentum, with 79% of parents being comfortable in letting their child participate in home-based sports events.

World Health Organization recommends at least 60 minutes of reasonably rigorous playtime every day for a growing child to be healthier and fitter. Therefore, let us keep our children fit, healthy and happy.

1
0
0
0
Total
1
Shares
Share 1
Tweet 0
Pin it 0
Share 0
Editor Desk January 22, 2021
Share this Article
Facebook TwitterEmail Print
Share
Posted by Editor Desk
Follow:
We are a platform that balances both woke and informative content relevant to the masses. Catch the latest updates on business, travel, tech, and Entrepreneur, Startup News, Funding news, Indian Startup Ecosystem The India Bizz. News that brings a buzz
Previous Article Ketto Awards 2020: Honouring The Achievements and Endeavours of Changemakers of India
Next Article RENEE Cosmetics Turns One: Celebrates with Sales Offers and Exciting Plans Ahead
Leave a comment

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You Might Also Like

IIRIS NATURAL SCIENCES PVT. LTD., a manufacturing company of Ayurveda and Nutraceuticals touched a revenue of 1cr
Business

IIRIS NATURAL SCIENCES PVT. LTD., a manufacturing company of Ayurveda and Nutraceuticals touched a revenue of 1cr

By Editor Desk January 5, 2023