High Tech Teaching

[snowwriter]

I'm interested in hearing about how technology has influenced the profession of ski teaching from anyone that has experience with it. For instance, there are a few resorts that have started to use Dartfish, the video analysis software used during the Olympics that allows the technician to analyze, frame by frame, critical moments in time and compare them with other skiers. I've also heard of some unique uses of PDA's to keep track of private lessons. Has anyone used/heard of some interesting high tech applications on the hill or in indoor training sessions? Do you know anyone else that experience with high-tech training methods?

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[beswift]

Video

Video cameras have changed teaching techniques, but I'm not sure if it has been for the better. You really can't substitute experience when it comes to skiing. Video's can discourage skiers. I've had my video's put up in front of a large group of people (40 to 50). It's ego crunching. Nothing beats word of mouth teaching by a skilled instructor.