After reading chapter 31, I found advanced performance tracking and feedback program the most interesting. Imagine a leotard-like suit that can transmit body movements to computer software where it diagnoses the body’s ability to perform. The computer verbally and visually prompts the user on their performance. If the verbal and visual prompts are not effective, there is a device that is used to transmit information to retrain the muscle’s memory. The example in the text refers to using this device to critique key elements of a tennis swing in order to improve. Who wouldn’t want to improve elements of sports movements? I play softball and struggle with swinging the bat. Once in a while I will hit the ball perfect and send it flying for a double. I would love a device that would critique my swing and tell me how to fix it so I could have the perfect swing every time. Furthermore, I could see this device used to help injured people in rehabilitation programs. Along with exercise, advanced performance tracking would alter the muscle memory and ensure the injury site returns to a fully functional state.
My favorite activity this semester was designing a website. I loved every activity we worked on but the website was the most efficient and inexpensive way to keep the lines of communication open with parents and students over long periods of time. I will use the website for the rest of the year to post science news, introduce projects, post pictures of fieldtrips, update homework, and inform parents of important dates. Websites are simple and straightforward. I can easily change the format when needed. I have thoroughly enjoyed learning about all the telecommunication tools out there especially websites.
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I too found the concept of advanced performance tracking interesting. I liked the point you brought up about rehabilitation movements, and being able to track movement and progress. I also like this idea because there would be a potential for me to improve my golf game. :) I wonder how popular something like this would be because it seems like we have a lot of things already that have a similar idea, but I guess the price just isn't quite right for people to be enthused yet.
I think that you made some really good points. I hadn't thought about how the advanced performance tracking could help so much with rehab for soldiers. It's so true and so appropriate because it is so common to receive a brain injury while serving in the war. What better way to use techonolgy to help those that have sacrificed so much for us!
I completely agree with you about the performance tracker. I would be incredible to have a program analysis body movements and give the learner feedback both verbally and directly to the muscles. I think that OT could really do amazing things with this type of technology.
I really liked your view on the potential for a 'training jacket'. If the use of such a device could be tailored for those kind of applications, I think that virtually every profession could some how benefit. As Derrick mentioned, I too was reminded of the Golf swing. It was great working with you during this semester. Best wishes during this holiday season, and beyond!
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