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The BodySMART hands-on learning and kit resources form modular project-based and standards-aligned enrichment units designed for grades 6 – 12 that places human performance, health and safety in the context of a world dominated by networks and connected devices. It provides students with an authentic, working understanding of emerging areas of human performance, health and safety and how biometric devices and advances in data science can be used to improve them; while introducing them to career role models in the Navy and in government-contracted industries that are leaders in these critical fields. 

This program was made possible through generous funding from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) under award number N000142412339.

Free BodySMART Instructional Content

All four BodySMART units are available for free within the Featured Content library on Scoutlier. They can be used as is or adapted to suit the specific needs of your students and your classroom.

Unit 1: Track Your Health Securely

Students learn how to securely track health data using fitness devices while addressing potential security issues. They also build a prototype for a secure fitness tracker to apply their knowledge.

Unit 2: Heat and Hydration

This unit focuses on the effects of heat and hydration on the body during exercise. Students design a heat-tracking system prototype to address health challenges faced by athletes and military personnel.

Unit 3: Sleep Deprivation

Students explore the impact of sleep deprivation on health and cognitive functions. They apply their knowledge by creating a reaction time game that demonstrates the effects of lack of sleep.

Unit 4: G-force and Concussions

Students investigate the effects of G-force and concussions on the body. They design an impact detector prototype to measure and detect forces that could lead to injury.

Benjamin Smarr shares how real-world wearable health technology can track body patterns and provide data to make informed wellness decisions—an approach at the heart of Scoutlier’s BodySMART program.

Tatum Simonson shares how understanding individual differences in how our bodies respond to low oxygen can lead to personalized wellness strategies—an approach that reflects the hands-on, data-driven learning in Scoutlier’s BodySMART program.

Satchin Panda explains how consistent, sufficient sleep is essential for brain function, memory, and overall health—reinforcing BodySMART’s mission to help students use science and data to make informed choices about their personal wellness.

Amy Leu shares how research in concussion prevention, diagnosis, and recovery highlights the importance of understanding individual differences in health—mirroring BodySMART’s focus on using real-world data and technology to make informed wellness decisions.

Andrew McCulloch shares how engineering and data analysis can be applied to understand athletic performance and predict injury risk—aligning with BodySMART’s focus on using science and technology to monitor health and support informed wellness decisions.

Andrew McCulloch demonstrates how biomechanics, sensors, and engineering analysis can be used to study movement, optimize performance, and prevent injuries—reflecting BodySMART’s goal of helping students apply science and technology to monitor and enhance their own wellness.

Thank you to our many partners who have helped to make this program possible.

How to access free instructional content

BodySMART Professional Development

Catch the highlights from our BodySMART camp, where students explored hands-on projects in human performance, health, and safety using the latest in biometric tech and data science.

Interested in bringing BodySMART to your classroom?
Discover how you can integrate BodySMART into your teaching with our professional development support. Reach out to us at [email protected] to learn more.

Low-Cost BodySMART Hands-On Kit Materials

All 4 BodySMART units embed opportunities to build and use hands-on digital biometric sensors to model real-world, cutting-edge biometrics work. Instructions on how to use these materials are included.
How to use hands-on kit materials

Classroom Kit Materials List

The quantities listed below are recommended for a class of 25 students.

ItemLink on AmazonNumber to OrderTotal Qty (for 25 students)
Electrical Alligator Clipshttps://amzn.to/3Z9LNG0150
ELECFREAKS microbit Tinker Kithttps://amzn.to/47hrHvw1020 microbits
BBC micro:bit v2 Club Pack (10x)https://amzn.to/4e81n9g110 kits
Stackable Clear Plastic Storage Organizerhttps://amzn.to/3ZjYGgD110 boxes
Reusable Dry Erase Labelshttps://amzn.to/45mp4sU184 labels

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Individual Kit Materials List

These items are for an individual set of materials for this program.

ItemLink on AmazonQty
Electrical Alligator Clipshttps://amzn.to/4ltBWm21
Microbit V2 Starter Kithttps://amzn.to/45x3Rv51
ELECFREAKS microbit Tinker Kit https://amzn.to/47hrHvw 1

The links on this web page are affiliate links. This means that if you click on a link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products and services that we believe will provide value to our teachers and students that have been tested in piloted programs.

Our goal is to offer honest and unbiased information to help you make informed decisions. The commissions earned through affiliate links help support the maintenance and operation of this website and Scoutlier, our FREE learning platform.

We appreciate your support and understanding!

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