Dig Detective - Photography Analysis
Partners use iPads to photograph each other performing slow-motion digs, then analyse the images to discover and articulate the three key technical points of effective dig technique
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Partners use iPads to photograph each other performing slow-motion digs, then analyse the images to discover and articulate the three key technical points of effective dig technique
Quick Info
low
30
18m x 9m minimum (full sports hall preferred)
Equipment Required
iPads or tablets
1 per pair (15 devices for 30 students)
Volleyballs
1 per pair (15 balls for 30 students)
Whiteboard and markers
1
iPad storage/charging station
1
Ball basket or container
1-2
Tablets
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Base Station
As needed
Buckets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Year 9
Year 11
Year 10
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Volleyball
Basketball
Netball
Handball
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Interactive
Engaging
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Skills
Tactics
Game Sense
Decision Making
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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