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10 Reasons Today's Students NEED Technology in the Classroom

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With an increasing emphasis on personalized learning and mobility, using technology in the classroom is a must for schools today. Here are 10 reasons why.

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Get extra practice on what we are learning in class.

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See how surface water gets into the atmosphere and how water vapor condenses to form rain clouds. . .which then get your feet wet and turns into surface water again!

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See the inside of a museum as if you are actually there.

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Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps.

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Teachers are able to send forms to parents to get information easily.

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Students are able to take quizzes and get results for immediate feedback

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Use spreadsheets to sort data and produce graphs

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To help students visualize what they are studying.

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Digital templates ready for students to use. This saves them both time and effort.

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Nothing keeps students engaged in learning as an interactive video

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A revolution has been quietly taking place in the education industry.

The use of video education is being implemented at an ever-expanding scale, issuing-in a new reality: There is no limit to the number of students whom can be reached.

A growing percentage of teachers are seeing the benefits of this tool and incorporating it into their curriculum.

The number of students using these videos is also rising, as they continue to turn to them for a variety of reasons. Students often find that they provide alternative explanations, and are more conducive to dynamic learning styles.

There is a growing call to action in the education sector to graduate from, traditional textbooks and adopt a holistic video approach. Its multiple benefits for students and teachers alike are noteworthy. As a complementary tool, videos enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the classroom as well as alternative learning environments.
Here are some of the reasons teaching with videos is becoming more popular:

Visual stimulation grabs students' attention

It seems as if our lives can be summarized as one extended screen staring session. Students today instinctively expect to be visually stimulated; very few respond well to the use of text on its own. Visual stimulation encourages student interaction with the content or concept. It also creates a bigger memory imprint in a student's mind, making teaching with videos perfect for information retention.

Teachers also need to bear in mind that sometimes the concepts they discuss are beyond the realities and experiences of their students. Asking students to write a descriptive paragraph about being on an airplane is a good example. It assumes that all students have been on an airplane. Students who have not been on a plane wouldn't have an idea of where to start. Showing them a video of the interior of an airplane gives them the insight they need to describe it.

Videos are great for teaching concepts that are practical, and which are best-explained step-by-step. When students are struggling with a part of an activity, all a teacher needs to do is to pause the video to allow them to catch up. Students have the same option if they're using the videos on their own.

There is an emphasis placed on digital literacy

It is vital that students do not see school and digital literacy as separate entities. They should be regarded as integrated components of education. Digital literacy is a vital 21st-century skill that is a prerequisite for just about any job. The more students are exposed to it at school, the more confident and proficient they will become. Students who film, edit, and exhibit their videos learn invaluable skills.

Using classroom videos is effective when accompanied by the right equipment. The wrong screen or a slow connection can ruin the impact of a video. This encourages teachers to use the videos on different platforms, depending on the video quality and type of equipment available.

Remote teaching opportunities expand exponentially

The online courses market is booming. More institutions are capitalizing on this trend by using videos available online. Not only does this prove to reach more students, it also increases the earning capacity of the institution.

The use of videos for online courses means that institutions do not have to hire full-time staff members to teach a course. Ethical use refers to respecting the intellectual property of others. Make sure you obtain the right permissions for videos in online courses.

There are a few ways teachers can use classroom videos

Teachers can use videos as an introduction to a concept. A good video is a great hook to get students interested.

For older students, using videos can prepare them for college. Requiring students to take notes or answer questions based on what they heard imparts listening skills. These skills can be applied at higher education levels where students are lectured and must take notes. Teachers can show students how to summarize what they have heard and how to distinguish between core facts and peripheral information.

Classroom videos can be used to complete scientific experiments or make art products.

If students have access to cameras, they can complete assignments and submit them in video form. With the advent of the smartphone, a video assignment is becoming more practical.

Videos can be used to provide students with extension work. This aims to add to what they've learned. It gives students expanded opportunities to apply the knowledge and skills they have acquired. Equally important, videos can be used for revising concepts and reinforcing them for students who need further explanation.

The stimulation of higher order learning

The use of videos stimulates the cognitive processes of thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, decision-making, and creating. Videos take the student beyond recall and relate activities. Use videos to engage viewers with more complex themes, and to facilitate further engagement with the content.

In today's challenging social and economic environment, critical thinkers who can use lateral thought to come up with solutions are invaluable. When we encourage this thinking early on in a student's career, it's likely to become an integral part of their approach. Critical thinkers tend to see opportunities rather than problems. Using videos as an additional resource to get students to think outside the box should not be underestimated. Any methods that challenge students to go above and beyond the scope of banal, conventional thought process should be incorporated in the classroom.

"If current trends continue, and there are clear indications they will, videos will facilitate a future generation of innovators who can face the future and its as yet unknown problems."

Given that education videos can be used in so many ways, it is vital that teachers explore options when choosing videos. Based on the videos they have access to and have the authorization to use, they can decide how to use them. A teacher can determine if a video is applicable as an introduction or for extension work, etc. The video he or she chooses must be 'fit for purpose', which means it must match its intended purpose.

A teacher ensures that she are authorized to use the video and that they she has the right equipment to use it in class. There is a massive amount of content for teachers to choose from. Taking a bit of time to view several videos to find the right one is essential.

When a teacher uses videos in their classroom, they briefly step out their own role and adopt one of a facilitator. They get to step back and allow students to undergo the learning process under their supervision. This gives provides a teacher with better insights into their students, their learning styles and capacities, and what stimulates them. The teacher can keep all these factors in mind when planning future lessons.

However, throughout the process the teacher continues to play a pivotal role in the delivery of a curriculum. A video cannot replace a teacher. High-quality teaching remains critical to excellent student performance. Teachers who use videos to supplement their teaching instead of replacing it have the most success.

Video hosting is a growing industry

Platforms that allow innovative video makers to share their work are becoming increasingly popular. They create a centralized place for teachers to search for videos that they can use. Several video hosting services have emerged in the age of student video education.

When selecting a service to use to showcase your videos, specific factors must be considered. It must be a reliable service that does not have a reputation for crashing. The service should have protections in place to eliminate pirating or hacking. It must be able to process and accommodate more extended video clips. Investigate the cost of using a video platform and limits imposed on users before selecting it.

Videos can be used to accommodate attention spans

When a teacher selects a video for their classroom, they must bear its length in mind. A thirty minute video should not be broadcast in one sitting. The average student attention span is 7-15 minutes depending on their age. Anything shown beyond that timeframe will be 'lost' time, as students won't retain very much. A video can be stopped every so often so that discussions can be held. Then when it is resumed, everyone is ready to concentrate again.

Most good educational videos come in smaller modules which the teacher can use. These modules accommodate shorter attention spans.

Videos are excellent marketing tools

Schools and higher learning institutes use videos as a key component of their marketing initiatives. These videos are designed to attract attendees, and are tried and true marketing and communication tools. Events can be recorded and streamed for live viewing. People associated with the school feel like members of a family when they are included. This is an easy way to keep them up to date. This type of innovative approach to public relations is attractive to potential students. It is viewed as 'moving with the times' which is an essential criteria in selecting an educational institute .

The return on investment for promotional videos can be measured in either academic or enrollment performance. Most institutions that have measured it report an increase.

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A revolution has been quietly taking place in the education industry. The use of video education is being implemented at an ever-expanding scale, issuing-in a new reality: There is no limit to the number of students whom can be reached. A growing percentage of teachers are seeing the benefits of this tool and incorporating it into their curriculum.

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