5-Minute Film Festival: Video Boot Camp
The rapid adoption of devices in the classroom has fundamentally changed the way we can create video. Every part of the creation process -- writing, recording, editing, and distributing -- is possible on the devices that can fit in our pocket. Vision is the most dominant of the five senses. Research shows that concepts are better remembered if they are taught visually. This is called the pictorial superiority effect, and it’s why video is such a powerful learning tool. A video is created three times: when you write it, when you shoot it, and when you edit it. Curating content is another significant way to incorporate video into your classroom. Video Playlist: Video Bootcamp for Teachers Watch the player below to see the whole playlist, or view it on YouTube. The Rule of Thirds by Mike Browne (3:02) When composing a shot (photo or video), divide the frame into thirds. More Resources for Using Video in the Classroom Ready to dive in and begin curating and creating videos for your classroom?
Online Teacher Book Clubs: Promoting a Culture of Professional Development
Creating a culture of sharing and professional dialogue is an essential element for school success. Teachers who read, discuss, and implement current educational research are more engaged and ready to take on the challenges in their classroom. But the reality is that teachers lead busy lives, making it difficult to find time for these valuable discussions. Learn how creating an online book club for sharing ideas can invigorate teachers and encourage professional reading and conversations. One advantage is that a blog is always available anywhere that a teacher has web access. Getting Started There are a number of things to consider before you start your online book club. Step 1: Select a Book Is your school launching a new program or initiative? "I think it brought our staff together on one unified front. Step 2: Establish and Share a Schedule Choose a start date, and create a reading schedule for your chosen book or article. Step 3: Choose an Online Hosting Site Tips for the Moderator
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A Guide to Getting Started With Edmodo
Whether you’re new to Edmodo or you’ve been a part of community for some time, we want you to make the most your Edmodo experience. For those looking to learn how to use Edmodo over the summer, here is a guide to help you get started! Sign Up for an Intro Webinar If you just created an account, a great way to get started is to attend one of our bi-weekly webinars. Getting Started If you’re anxious to get started right away, here are three things you should do after your create your free account: 1. Groups make it easy to distribute notes, assignments and quizzes, and provide a way for your students to communicate and collaborate. Ideas for Using Edmodo Once you have your groups set up and you know your way around Edmodo, check out some of the creative ways you can use Edmodo in the classroom: Here are 20 ways to use Edmodo. Asking for Help At Edmodo, we want to make sure you are always able to find the help you need.
Creating and Using a Wiki with Wikispaces
"How to" Guideline series is coordinated by Helen Mongan-Rallis of the Education Department at the University of Minnesota Duluth. If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions to improve these guidelines please me at e-mail hrallis@d.umn.edu. by Helen Mongan-Rallis. Last updated: October 17, 2008 Wikispaces is a free wiki service. Note: If you are using a Mac, do not use Safari to create and edit your wiki --> rather use Firefox. Steps for creating a wiki using Wikispaces: Go to the Wikispaces home page. Immediately your wiki is created and is ready to use. Changing wiki settings Click on the "settings" tab. Enter your name or the name you want to be know by when you are using your wiki (if you want to -- but you do not need to). Managing your space To manage the "behind the scenes" aspects of your wiki, click on the "manage space" link (next to a picture of a wheel) on the left of your wiki. Make changes to who can edit your wiki Click on the "members and permissions" link.
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Make Animation Free | Best Tools to Create Animated Video
How to Make a Cartoon Yourself: Top 7 Animated Video Makers Compared Video production is not an easy and cheap matter. A short video for your YouTube channel or website may cost several thousand dollars if you address to professional video studios. No doubt, there are free and low-cost alternatives which can be easily mastered by any web user. Animated Video Makers: Pros & Cons Animated videos are illustrations existing in a purely fictional world. Animated cartoons are frequent on YouTube, since everyone can make them with online tools and ready design templates. So you don’t need to order a professional cartoon from a design studio or draw it yourself. animation templates look professional;you don’t need to dub videos;templates are usually done in high resolution;pricing plans are scalable;characters look engaging and funny. However, there are several disadvantages: Animated videos can easily help reach your goals, as this format is highly versatile and flexible. Top 7 Cartoon Makers 1.
How To: Create an Interactive E-Book with Google Slides | Mr. Kamrowski
Working in a one-to-one school district, where every student is provided with a device such as an iPad or Chromebook, can be a great opportunity of freedom for teachers and students. The device serves as an efficient tool to create and curate information, as well as, a flexible environment to share content. No longer does an individual need to negotiate with textbook publishers and be locked into the confines of the perception of the authors of a company when it comes to the content and methods that should be used to teach a specific skill or understanding. The digital world allows for educators to create e-books, or electronic versions of a book that may contain interactive elements, that can be produced, shared, and modified quickly and with little expense to a school district. Why Google Slides? The easiest and most effective tool I have found to create e-books is Google Slides. How to Use Google Slides as an E-Book Creator Step 1 Decide the layout of your e-book. Step 2 Step 3 Step 4
