Olympic Game Technology (SiC5)

The Olympic Games are a huge event that require a tremendous amount of preparation and technology. Like the early modern Olympics, the Games of today use the technology of their time. Today’s technology if vastly different to that of 1896. It has changed the way athletes compete and events are judged, and the way people watch the Games. Let’s take look into the technology behind the Olympic Games!
Reading age 11.5; 12.5 years Text Type: Explanation
Contents:

Introduction
The Opening Ceremony
The First Opening Ceremony
Athens Again
Sports Equipment
Timing and Keeping Score
Training
Bicycles
Swimsuits
Sports Facilities
Early Facilities
Modern Facilities
Media
Television
Other Media Technology
Performance-Enhancing Drugs
Early Days
Drug Testing
Fan Mail
Conclusion
Glossary and Index