In this episode, we’ll explore how using an animated video with students can spark curiosity, provide background knowledge, and act as an exemplar for their own creations. You’ll also hear ten reasons to use animated explainer videos with your class plus how to access my free ebook with more than double the reasons!
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Tips for Animated Videos
- Choose your strategy from the list.
- Pick a video to model for students.
- Examine the extra features like captions.
- Share your favorite video or strategy with a colleague.
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Episode Resources
- TED-Ed website and Youtube Channel
- TED Talks Youtube Channel
- 25 Reasons To Use TED-Ed In Your Classroom Blog Post & Free Ebook
- Wakelet (Content Management & Collaboration tool)
- Newsela (ELA & Current Events resource)
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- Connecting Flipped Learning to Differentiated Instruction with Martha Ramirez & Carolina R. Buitrago (Podcast Episode)
- Quick QR Code Tips To Add To Your Toolbelt (Podcast Episode)
- Add QR Codes to Posters With These Quick Steps (Blog Post)
- How to Use Video Playlists to Differentiate Instruction (Blog Post)
- Ways to Use Video Playlists in the Classroom (Podcast Episode)
- How to Create Top Five Lists of Resources for Families (Podcast Episode)
- 5 Tips for Sharing Online Learning Resources with Families (Podcast Episode)
