Wednesday, October 13, 2010

From Watching Newsreels to Making Videos

Hammond, T. C., & Lee, J. (2009, June/July) From Watching Newsreels to Making Videos. Learning and Leading with Technology. 36(8), 32-33. Retrieved October 13, 2010, from EBSCOhost Discovery Service.

This article discussed the power of creating video in the history classroom. It explains how videos' stop and go flexibility makes it of great use in history classroom. Digital video can be used as a catalyst for students' critical thinking and analysis. Teachers can create mashups for vides to identify how media messages were conveyed during critical historical events. The article stresses that the most powerful way to immerse students in critical thinking is by making them create video documentaries. While gaining a firm grasp on content, the students can develop their research and critical thinking skills. In addition they learn how to use historical artifacts and interviewing skills.

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