Movie Maker

This our video we created using a range of different tools including cameras, voice recorders and windows media maker.

How can I use moviemaker within my classroom?

Moviemaker is a tool that enables you to upload and edit images and videos to create a movie. This tool is particularly easy to use and there would be no trouble using this in a primary school classroom. I can in vision using this tool within my classroom on a regular basis as a means of recording information, recounting an event or presenting new information.
This tool allows students to express their ideas and work in their own individual way. Moviemaker also allows students to create something (a DVD) to show others and to have something that have physically created. I believe this aspect will create a sense of pride within students and therefore result in students being more motivating and wanting to learn. Allowing students to create something that can be used and transferred to anybody promotes authentic tasks and motivation for students. This aspect is supported by the Learning Deisgin Framework (Oliver, 1999) and creates an effective and motivating learning experience for all learners.

How can Movie Maker support all learners?

Movie Maker is a excellent tool as it allows students to express their ideas and information in a range of different ways. It supports learners who prefer to work in a kinesthetic learning style but also caters for visual and auditory learners too. I believe this tool can be an exciting way for students to engage one another as well as themselves. I believe that Movie Maker allows for creativity, collaboration and independence, as well as supporting all learners. (Keirley & Schneiderman, 1999)

Kearsley, G. & Shneiderman, B. (1999). Engagement Theory: A framework for technology-based teaching and learning. Retrieved August 4, 2009. from: http://home.sprynet.com/~gkearsley/engage.htm

Oliver, R. (1999). Exploring strategies for online teaching and learning. Distance Education 20(2), p.240-254