Instructional videos are used to explain a specific learning activity. In my kindergarten class, counting is a crucial part of the curriculum. To help with counting, we do an activity called "The Counting Jar." I created my own instructional video explaining the counting jar using Educreations. This program is available online and as an iPad app. The program allows you add clip art, photos, actions, and audio to create an instructional video. It is one of my favorite applications to use. If you are interested in using or exploring the website/application, then you can create an account for free. To view the video I created, click here.
Uses for the classroom: There are many pieces of software you can use to create an instructional video. Instructional videos are a great way for teachers to introduce topics or reinforce concepts. Through instructional videos you can help students reach all levels of Bloom's Taxonomy. The level students reach depends on what you are asking them to do. If you are asking students to recall facts, then they will reach the lower levels: remembering and understanding. If you ask students to use the information to solve new problems or construct meaning, then they will reach the middle levels: applying and analyzing. If you ask students to complete an experiment or project based on the information taught, then they will reach the highest levels: applying and creating.
Issues to consider: When using instructional videos, make sure each step or piece of information is clearly presented. Don't go too fast or skip anything that may be important for students to know. Use appropriate language, graphics, pictures, and audio. Also, make sure your video will work with different formats (computer, tablet, smartphone, etc.). This will allow students to have greater access to the information.
Copyright: In my instructional video, the clipart pieces were obtained through the Educreations program. Audio and animations were provided by myself.
You can check out two other instructional videos I created by clicking the links below. These videos address the concept of multiplication and relates to the story The Doorbell Rang by Pat Hutchins.
Multiplication video #1
Multiplication video #2
About Me
- Nichole Kent
- I am a third year kindergarten teacher in SW Florida and am loving it. Each day is a new adventure. Currently, I am working on my master's degree in Teacher Leadership at Central Michigan University.