I really enjoyed using the GoAnimate website for making an instructional video. Using a video, instead of straight lecturing notes would be more enjoyable for the students. However, it would be crucial to ensure the animation doesn't over shine the topic being lectured. Also, the video can go fast and slowing it down may help the students take better notes.
An alternative use for the animation technology, would be assigning groups of students throughout the year to make a video for the current ongoing topic. This supplement to my lectures can help reinstate the import facts, but also help the class members work together in group settings. Plus, working on the computer is an excellent way for the students to work with technology and improve there computer skills.
Overall, there are some pro's and con's to using this feature.
Pro's include:
- Fun for the teacher and students.
- Great way to use technology in the classroom.
- An alternative way to present the material.
- An opportunity for students to work in groups and have presentations.
- Students maybe more involved with the lecture process.
- GoAnimate is a free web service.
Con's Include:
- Possibility over shining the material.
- Too fast for students to learn the material extensively.
- Need of a computer.
- Video production can be time consuming.
We definitely shared a mutual concern on "over shining the material" or as I put it over glamorizing and taking away from the content.
ReplyDeleteI did not even give the time factor a thought. That is a very good point.