Video in the Classroom (TT #9)

Bringing video into the classroom when it is effective and appropriate is one the best tools a teacher can use. I personally try to use video as much as I can, when it makes sense. In math, especially lower level, I am a big fan of BrainPOP and BrainPOP Jr. videos that explain simple math and science concepts using visuals. Most kids find these videos fun and are able to learn from the visual aspect of the video. In the social studies classroom there are many videos on Youtube that are great for engaging students at the beginning of a lesson or unit (Crash Course is a good Youtube channel that provides on outline to many historical or scientific events, I like them for activators for senior years). In math (I know a lot of people..cough..cough Mike aren't a fan) Khan Academy can be useful for providing visual one-on-one instruction for a struggling student. Another that I have yet to use, but am excited to give a try in my upcoming grade 5 placement is gonoodle brain break videos. Check out this BrainPOP Jr video!