Using Video in the Classroom

By: Joseph P. Candela

Uses of in the Classroom

• Videos can be used in the classroom for many purposes.

• Some of the purposes are: • 1. Creating a Book Trailer

• 2. Introduction Video

• 3. Teaching when Absent

1. Create a Book Trailer

• As a way for students to summarize information about the plot of a book, they can create a video trailer to detail important points of the book.

2. Introduction Video

• As an instructor create a video detailing your background as an introduction to a new group of students.

3. Teach when absent

• Leave a video for the substitute to play elaborating on the instructions and big ideas for the day.

Earth Dragon Awakes Lesson

• In a literacy unit that focuses on the book the Earth Dragon Awakes, many students need a refresher on the prior knowledge regarding earth quakes.

• Using a brain pop Jr. video students will watch, discuss, and share facts about earthquakes.

• Prior to reading book students will use their knowledge to discuss how an upcoming earth quake will effect the residents of the city.