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What if physical education shifted its focus from selecting standouts to elevating every learner? In this conversation, we sit down with Jarrod Robinson—founder of ConnectedPE and the original The PE Geek—to explore how a learning-first philosophy can reimagine PE as a space where all students thrive, not just the most athletically gifted.
Jarrod reflects on his journey from thoughtful experimentation in his own classroom to cultivating a global movement, illustrating how intentional design, structured reflection, and purposeful technology can transform games from mere activity into rich, enduring learning experiences.
We unpack a mindset shift that elevates PE: treat it as a classroom with objectives, evidence, and progression. Jarrod shares practical strategies you can use tomorrow—like a 60‑second end‑of‑lesson reflection—to help students name what they learned, not just what they played. We dig into the SAMR framework with vivid examples, from slow‑motion video for technique feedback to augmented reality models that make complex concepts tangible, all without sacrificing movement time.
The conversation also spotlights the human edge of PE. Strong relationships, belonging, and clear purpose create a space where students try, fail, and try again. Jarrod explains why digital fluency and backward design matter now more than ever, and how Connected PE connects educators with tools, experts, and community across 35 countries. By aligning activities to standards and gathering visible evidence of growth, teachers can change how colleagues and families perceive the subject.
Walk away with a concrete action steps: upgrade one task with SAMR, capture one short video for feedback, and add one reflective prompt to every lesson. Question everything, test ideas in your context, and keep what works. If this episode sparks a shift, share it with a colleague and subscribe so you never miss a new conversation—and check out Connected PE to explore resources that make movement meaningful.
Resources:
ConnectedPE
Thanks for listening! 🙏🏼
If you picked up a new idea or felt inspired by today’s episode, I’d love to hear from you and if your interested in being a potential guest on the show; email [email protected] Please take a second to follow the show and share it with another educator who’s passionate and let’s keep the conversation going!”
🗣️PSA******
P.E Teachers: Are you currently seeking graduate credits or professional development hours toward license renewal?If so, you can receive $25 off any self-paced professional development course or year-long virtual course from my colleague at Distinguished PE by using the code "nextlevelpe" at checkout.
Visit www.distinguishedpe.com to learn more and find the course that’s right for you.
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What if physical education shifted its focus from selecting standouts to elevating every learner? In this conversation, we sit down with Jarrod Robinson—founder of ConnectedPE and the original The PE Geek—to explore how a learning-first philosophy can reimagine PE as a space where all students thrive, not just the most athletically gifted.
Jarrod reflects on his journey from thoughtful experimentation in his own classroom to cultivating a global movement, illustrating how intentional design, structured reflection, and purposeful technology can transform games from mere activity into rich, enduring learning experiences.
We unpack a mindset shift that elevates PE: treat it as a classroom with objectives, evidence, and progression. Jarrod shares practical strategies you can use tomorrow—like a 60‑second end‑of‑lesson reflection—to help students name what they learned, not just what they played. We dig into the SAMR framework with vivid examples, from slow‑motion video for technique feedback to augmented reality models that make complex concepts tangible, all without sacrificing movement time.
The conversation also spotlights the human edge of PE. Strong relationships, belonging, and clear purpose create a space where students try, fail, and try again. Jarrod explains why digital fluency and backward design matter now more than ever, and how Connected PE connects educators with tools, experts, and community across 35 countries. By aligning activities to standards and gathering visible evidence of growth, teachers can change how colleagues and families perceive the subject.
Walk away with a concrete action steps: upgrade one task with SAMR, capture one short video for feedback, and add one reflective prompt to every lesson. Question everything, test ideas in your context, and keep what works. If this episode sparks a shift, share it with a colleague and subscribe so you never miss a new conversation—and check out Connected PE to explore resources that make movement meaningful.
Resources:
ConnectedPE
Thanks for listening! 🙏🏼
If you picked up a new idea or felt inspired by today’s episode, I’d love to hear from you and if your interested in being a potential guest on the show; email [email protected] Please take a second to follow the show and share it with another educator who’s passionate and let’s keep the conversation going!”
🗣️PSA******
P.E Teachers: Are you currently seeking graduate credits or professional development hours toward license renewal?If so, you can receive $25 off any self-paced professional development course or year-long virtual course from my colleague at Distinguished PE by using the code "nextlevelpe" at checkout.
Visit www.distinguishedpe.com to learn more and find the course that’s right for you.