Reflection #7: Giraffes, A Mystery

What:

This is my riddle video that I created in class last week. This was a challenge but, in the end, I am really glad that I learned this skill. It is funny to think that I have had this application on my computer for a few years but have not taken the time to learn how to use it. I included pictures of giraffes and african music to give a feel for the culture in which giraffes are found. It took a lot of trial and error and a lot of frustration as well as an entire two hour class time. However, I do think that the practice was well worth it and now I am better prepared to make more videos in the future.

So What:

Well, this is an excellent tool for an anticipatory set on pretty much any topic. It is a great idea to create riddles that get more and more difficult that engage students and cause them to begin to think about the topic even before the lesson begins. I also am interested to look into other ways to make creative videos and to even try and take more pictures that could be used in personal videos. I even have a few trips that I have gone on and it would be cool to make videos to show friends and family that represent these trips as well.

Now What:

Now I plan to use this skill further in the classroom. I plan on creating more videos and also having students use programs to put their own information into videos. This would be a great tool for student presentations. I know that my nanny children already love to make videos and podcasts about our days together. I think that it would be fun to make a video with them as well. Also, it seems as though many kids already know so much about technology, so using these interests in the classroom.