Classroom Video Projects

Video projects are so easy to create. In most cases, there is already software installed on your computer, such as Windows Movie Maker or iMovie. Users can upload videos, add narration or subtitles, and even music! With videos being easier than ever to create, it’s time we bring this art into our classroom. Creating a video lets every type of student in your classroom get involved. There’s behind-the-scenes roles for the shyer students and roles for the more outgoing students. Like I said, there’s literally a job for everyone.

I really like the idea of having my students create a short newscast of school and classroom events. Once we get the hang of making the videos, it could become a weekly project. Instead of sending out newsletters every Friday, I could post their newscast on YouTube, or on my blog every week! I would write down the important stuff that needs to go into the newscast, but the rest is up to them! And of course, I would have them switch roles every week, that way everyone gets a taste of every job. I feel like their parents would love it just as much as I would!