Videos

=Videos in Elementary Classrooms=

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 * Photo editing turned regular still shots into surprises.** These videos were the first in a series of //Math Movies// that involved multi-levels and multiple purposes. Classes created videos on their own topic. A surprise question at the end of the video generated authentic data for other classes to graph and analyze estimates in math lessons.
 * **Don't Tell Yet! There are Aliens Among Us**


 * Students found that graphic organizers really do help their writing skills. //Get Graphic and Get Writing//** documents the basic steps. On the SMART Board, students brainstormed ideas using a graphic organizer made in //Inspiration//. Each student recorded their individual ideas to organize their thinking. In Microsoft Word, students typed and edited their work.

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 * Get Graphic to Get Writing**

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 * First grade students learned how to use a digital video camera**. Digital Blue Movie Makers create videos with still and video clips. The special effects software motivates everyone to do more.
 * First Graders Make Movies**