- 1. Verna D. Reyes ED480 April 06, 2010
2. Introduction to media use in the classroom
- In recent years, technology in theclassroomhas become easier
touseand less expensive. A number of companies offer easy-to- use
video -editing software for less than $100 and some even for
free.
- Video -editing software enables students and faculty to
integrate various types ofmedia --such as text,video , audio,
graphics, and animation--to create meaningful educational
videos.
3. The use ofdigital videoin the classroom to enhance
learning.
- Digital videotechnology is a strong tool that can enable
students to develop a variety of skills, including research,
communication, decision-making, problem-solving, and other
higher-order critical-thinking skills.
- Student-produceddigital videois appealing because it encourages
active and problem-basedlearning . It also encourages student
collaboration and authentic application
- Digital videointegration can be ideal forlearningcomplex skills
because it exposes learners to problems, equipment, and events that
cannot easily be demonstrated or understood verbally
4. Using digital video in the classroom 5. The use ofdigital
mediain the classroom to enhance learning
- Digital Media in the Classroom comes in a variety of media
teachers can use to increase the learning potential of today's
digital generation.
- Students can learn how they can use software, the Web,
interactive games, desktop publishing, and digital accessories such
as still and video cameras, microphones, lighting systems,
scanners, and printers in their everyday classroom lessons. T
- Using digital media in the classroom teachers could integrate
these digital tools with lessons in math, physical and social
sciences, language arts, and career development.
6. Example of using digital media 7. Classroom Set Up
- The most basic classroom setup for a digital classroom which
allows instructors to use technology as part of their teaching, is
one in which there is a computer, a network connection (either
wired or wireless) and a projection system.
- This allows instructors to perform demonstrations, present
material, illustrate how to use software, show Web sites, etc.
- Cons for this setup: Each instructor must come into the
classroom in advance and spend time setting up the machine. Since
different instructors usually have different needs, it is quite
possible that these needs conflict, and it will be necessary for an
instructor to set up the machine before each use, which is
time-consuming and tedious.
- Pros for an alternative setup :A better setup is one in which
instructors can bring their own laptop to the classroom and connect
to the network and a projection system. This way everything that
the instructor wants to do with the laptop can be prepared in
advance. Also, it isn't necessary to reset the equipment after each
use, which is a great time-saver.
8. Different Types of Technology and their Educational
Applications
- Many different types of technology can be used to support and
enhance learning. Everything from video content and digital
moviemaking to laptop computing and handheld technologies have been
used in classrooms, and new uses of technology such as podcasting
are constantly emerging.
- Various technologies deliver different kinds of content and
serve different purposes in the classroom. For example, word
processing and e-mail promote communication skills; database and
spreadsheet programs promote organizational skills; and modeling
software promotes the understanding of science and math concepts.
It is important to consider how these electronic technologies
differ and what characteristics make them important as vehicles for
education.
- Each technology is likely to play a different role in students'
learning. Two general distinctions can be made. Students can learn
"from" computerswhere technology used essentially as tutors and
serves to increase students basic skills and knowledge; and can
learn "with" computerswhere technology is used a tool that can be
applied to a variety of goals in the learning process and can serve
as a resource to help develop higher order thinking, creativity and
research skills .
9. Digital Equipment needed to enhance student learning.
- External hard drive (storage)
- * imovie (Macintosh): www.apple.com/imovie/
- * Movie Maker (Windows):
www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/moviemaker/videos/create.mspx
- * Pinnacle Studio (Windows): www.pinnaclesys.com
10. Visit these sites for more digital learning
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http://www.pbs.org/teachers/connect/resources/6521/preview/
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http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/art_and_music_games.html
- http://www.kidsknowit.com/
- http://www.enchantedlearning.com/Home.html
- http://www.sitesforteachers.com/
11. Using digital tools connected to television or computers
inside the classroom. 12. Students using digital tools to enhance
their learning 13. Big Names in the Digital World 14. Reference
- http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-206806230.html
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http://it.seattleschools.org/blog/2008/11/digital-media-in-the-classroom/
- www.eschoolnews.com/.../survey-teachers- digital - media
-use-is-increasing/