Video 2 Posted!!

I decided to continue with my grammar screen casts for now and have created my second video. My second video is very similar to the style of video one. I am reexamining "Complete Sentences". This video includes fragments and run-ons. It is designed so that the students could fast forward to review one or the other. The video first discusses the characteristics of a complete sentence. I then go on to discuss the characteristics of a fragment, give examples, and give the kids a chance to correct a few fragments. I then move on to the characteristics of a run-on sentence, give examples, and then give the students a chance to identify each of the three topics discussed in the video.

More than Just Review for Grammar!

I am beginning to think about what my next steps will be. I am working on Video 2 and 3 which I will post soon, but I want to expand to beyond grammar. I love the idea of grammar videos, but I think it would be interesting to see what kind of results I would have with some type of technology video. I know that many "how-to" videos exist on the internet, but I rarely see the kids use these types of videos. I think they want to hear their information from someone that they know and trust. I am thinking about doing some type of video for an upcoming unit on peer reviewing using Google.

Video 1 Posted!

I am excited...I think the students are excited...and I hope that this is something my department is excited about. ...I have posted Video 1! I know it seems like I been working on this for a while now, but it was something I really wanted to figure out before I just made a video. I stuck with my initial topic of "Types of Sentences" and gave a basic overview with an example of each of the four types of sentences. I then gave the students some examples for them to try on their own. I tried to leave enough time for them to answer the questions I pose for themselves. I also give the correct answer with a brief explanation in case they have any questions.

Creating my first video...

I decided to start with something simple...types of sentences! At first I was attempting to create something new that I could capture on Jing. I was searching through the tools that I have that may allow for such a product to be made, but then realized that it would probably be more helpful to create a video based on the grammar PowerPoints that I have already made and posted on my weebly. I will be working on this over the next few days. Check back soon to see what I have so far!

Video Outline!!!

Jing

I spent the last few weeks working with Jeannine Ortiz on the web 2.0 tool Jing. I must say...pretty impressive. This web 2.0 tool is very fluid and it MAKES SENSE! There really is not a lot of guessing involved when working this tool. It is often difficult to come across a product or tool that really is successful. Of course they try to hook you with buying the "pro" version of it, but really it is good enough that I cannot see why I would want to buy it! I will post a video outline after the weekend for your perusal. You may want to consider using it when creating your own video!

Workshop

This week I attended a workshop that was setup through my grad school program that explored the uses of a web2.0 tool called Jing.

" Jing is a fast and easy way to capture images and create videos of what you see on your screen. Sometimes, using words to express yourself through online conversations just isn't enough. With Jing, you can capture what you want to say with a picture or a video instantly. Pictures and videos really do say a thousand words, and you can capture them all with Jing. I like to use Jing when making tutorials. I can capture any screen shot I want. After I have saved it, I can add arrows or caption windows. Or I may just decide to make a video instead. The best part about Jing is that you can download this neat program off the internet for free." Link to Source

Over the next week I am going to explore with Jing quite a bit. I think this may be useful for reviewing the grammar with my students.

Beginning Thoughts...

The first decision that I have to make is the format for these videos. I know that I will be posting the videos on my website (mrssepps.weebly.com), so I will have to first figure out how I am going to post these videos (when they are created) on my website. I will be looking into this for the next few days. I will also be thinking about what software or Web 2.0 tool I would like to use in the coming weeks. I would like to have this decided by the end of next week. Check back to get an update!

Welcome!

Welcome to my SDPI Blog! Here you will find my process for creating review movies for my classes. My goal is to incorporate self-created review and enhancement videos into each unit. By addressing this goal, student learning will improve because the videos will provide further information about the topic covered, offer review information and also provide immediate information for those absent. I have chosen this goal so that I may effectively enhance the lessons that I provide in class for students present for the lesson and those that were absent for the lesson.

My goals relate specifically to Domain 1 (planning and preparation) and Domain 3 (instruction).

For my SDPI plan, I will incorporate self-created review and enhancement videos into each unit. In order to accomplish my goal, I will:

• Attend PDP courses/workshops/conferences on technology enhancing programs
• Consult with Jeannine Ortiz (technology liaison) who has expertise in incorporating technology into her classroom
• Create at least 2 videos/quarter that enhance the lessons that I provide in class
• Blog about 3 times a month about the production of my video
• Create and use a video outline for the creation of an educational video that can be used school-wide
• Create, administer, and analyze data from a survey instrument measuring the effectiveness of this tool from the students' points of view