Conditions to utilize video feedback using a tablet device in physical education classes

The use of ICT equipment in schools has not reached its full potential due to a number of limitations. Video feedback in physical education classes is one way that computer equipment is used and, according to Dr Saburo Nishimura, Heisei International University, this has proven to be effective and beneficial. However, there remains room for improvement and Nishimura and his team want to maximise its impact. The researchers are seeking to fulfil research gaps concerning the process of acquiring skill proficiency with the use of video feedback and how ICT equipment can be effectively used in physical education classes. As such, the team is working on a project that is seeking to elucidate the learning time that students require in order to grasp areas for improvement regarding physical movement by watching videos of their movements and also videos of the same movements being expertly performed. In addition, the researchers want to clarify the minimum number of trials (number of exercises) required to improve their skills. This work will involve the participation of high school students and Nishimura has already obtained consent for this from a number of high schools. It will also involve the use of tablets. The effect of video feedback will be analysed from two perspectives: eye movement analysis and motion analysis.