YouTube

Hello!

Have you ever had a day where you just needed to jump it out? Kind of like dance it out, but with less coordination involved. ;)  My two little guys were forced to volunteer(ed) to be the subjects of my newest obsession, YouTube videos!  As a choice to add to my Teacher Toolbox, I thought trying out my skills as a video editor would be a fun way to learn more about this tool and maybe use it here and there within my classroom.  

As I was exploring the video creator, I came across a pretty catchy tune about jumping.  The light bulb went off and I thought it would be the perfect background audio to a video of my boys jumping on the trampoline.  I also wanted to test out some slow motion features and filters, so with a little click here and there, my amateur masterpiece was finished.  Please enjoy.

If you are unable to watch the video, click here. :)

In my classroom, I think it would be great to use YouTube video creator to share what we do in our classroom.  Ideas include video tutorials on how to play a game.  Students can easily access the tutorial, watch the video, and independently play a game.  I can also send the link to parents so they know how to play the game at home.  Another idea is teacher collaboration.  How often do we wish we could go into another classroom to observe the AMAZING things being done?? Our colleagues are THEE best resource we have, and unfortunately, we do not utilize this resource nearly enough.  Making a quick video to find out what's going on next door could bring a staff together with encouragement and feedback. 

**Note of caution**

I do not take responsibility for lost time due to watching hours of random cat videos.

More Information: https://www.youtube.com/

ISTE-S

1. Creativity and innovation

    b. Create original works as a means of personal or group expression

2. Communication and collaboration

    b. Communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats

5. Digital citizenship

    a. advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology

    

ISTE-T

2. Design and develop digital age learning experiences and assessments

    c.  Customize and personalize learning activities to address students' diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and resources.

3. Model digital age work and learning

    c.  Communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital age media formats

Sources
ISTE standards- students. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/standards/iste-standards/standards-for-students

ISTE standards- teachers. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/standards/iste-standards/standards-for-teachers

Okland, S. (2015) https://sites.google.com/site/doxieduolearning/youtube.