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A physical education (PE) teacher in Iowa’s advocacy for projection technology has seen Epson hardware installed in 27 gymnasiums across Des Moines Public Schools’ estate.
After seeing videos of interactive games in educational environments, Zack Cole, the physical education teacher at Willard Elementary School in Des Moines, was inspired to use projection with his classes.
“I brought up the idea with school leaders because I wanted to create more-engaging activities for my students,” he says. “During remote learning, I would play videos for students that got them moving at home and they really enjoyed those activities.”
Flexibile and cost-effective solution
It was agreed that projection was the most flexible and cost-effective solution, offering extra-large displays that ensure every student can see and interact with content.
The first Pro L1490 projectors were installed in four elementary-school gymnasiums during the pandemic to deliver extra-large and bright images. Designed to be easy to operate, the Pro Series features a virtually maintenance-free laser light engine and electrostatic air filter to provide essentially maintenance-free operation for up to 20,000 hours.
In total, 11 Pro L1490 and 16 EB-PU1008W projector have now been installed, and there are plans to equip all 41 of the district’s elementary-school gymnasiums with large-venue projectors.
Since installing the Epson projectors, Des Moines Public Schools has seen more immersive and interactive learning in the gymnasiums. “The Pro L1490 projector has been great – it’s bright and easy for my students to see, even with open windows and LED lights on,” says Cole.
“Students play various games and activities throughout class with the projector. Duck Hunt, which was one of my favourite games growing up, involves throwing a dodgeball at the screen. It really encourages the students to get involved.”
Teaching physical skills
Cole also uses the projector to teach skills such as throwing, catching, kicking and dribbling. In one game, by projecting a football goal, students can practise their aim. Projecting GIFs on the screen enables students to see repeated demonstrations.
“GIFs are really helpful for visual learners,” says Cole. “For example, explaining ‘opposite foot’ to kindergartners can be tricky, but having the visual aid helps every student understand what I’m teaching.”
In addition to using the projectors in PE classes, the schools have to utilised the gymnasium projectors for after-school activities and events such as movie nights and video game tournaments.
Ramzi Shakra, senior product manager at Epson America, adds: “Integrating projector technology into gymnasiums has a unique way of transforming traditional physical education into an interactive adventure.
“Stories like Zack’s are the driving forces behind Epson’s commitment to delivering top-quality projector solutions that inspire kids to move, engage and learn like never before.”
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