This week in EDCI 336 we had the honour of Rich McCue joining our class which resulted in a hands-on workshop all about how to successfully create and edit a video for teaching purposes. Truthfully, I have never been the biggest fan of video editing; it’s not that the software is crazy difficult but it takes so much effort and I despise the process when whatever technology I am using at the time is glitching out. Even though the workshop was challenging for me I gained a newfound appreciation for the many assets video creation has in an elementary classroom.
For one thing, its a super creative way to get your class engaged when it comes to their learning. Instead of a boring traditional lecture, the students now have a fun homemade and energetic way of content delivery. Videos can also be super useful for students who are unable to attend class; having a specific site where you can upload videos of activities done in class that day will allow students not to fall way behind.
To say I was not excited for today’s class would be an understatement but what’s crucial for me to realize is that as a teacher I can not be stuck in this fixed mindset where I simply refuse to step out of my comfort zone. Video editing may be annoying at times but the only way I can get better is to start incorporating it more in my teaching repertoire.
Below I have imbedded the link that to the helpful slides that Rick used today in class. Since I have a Windows computer I learned all about OpenShot Video Editor, but if you have a Mac then IMovie is also included.
Good Luck!
October 5, 2021 at 12:34 pm
Hey Lucas,
The workshop with Rich McCue also opened my eyes to begin to see all the applications that video and audio technology and creation can have in the elementary school classroom! It can be such a creative way not only for teachers to deliver material, but for students to demonstrate their learning. I also think your point about how instructional videos can be helpful for updating students who may miss class is super relevant; especially in this day and age, I think a lot of students would find it both helpful and anxiety reducing to have video resources they can refer to when they miss class because they are sick!
I also just noticed that you are doing your free inquiry project on Survivor! I’m a huge fan of the show (currently watching and enjoying the new season after too long of a break) and I will definitely have to check back for your upcoming posts!
Emma