tools for videos/movies
It’s been two weeks since I presented at our late winter Illinois edtech conference and I promised to post some updated tips on creating simple special effects with your students for their videos.
Simple F/X 2010.1 "30 Seconds"
Katniss Everdeen's Story - Google Search Story
We used the Google Search Stories to share stories about books or characters in books. by Apr 23
Malice Survival Guide - Google Search Story
The kids loved making them. You do need access to Youtube to save them. We have Youtube unblocked in our district so I created a library account and then changed the password every hour. by Apr 23
Whether you prefer Hollywood or the indie scene, you’re the director with Movie Maker. Import and edit slide shows and videos Quickly add photos and footage from your PC or camera into Movie Maker.
Windows Live Essentials: Movie Maker
Simple to use The educator tool lets you create as many student setups as you'd like. The rest is easy for all ages -- if you can type, you can make movies! Securely Controlled
Storytelling
Kids love it because they get to design their stories without having to worry about their artistic abilities by Apr 23
The kids choose the setting and two characters, write the dialouge, and "film" the movie using lego-like people. Hit action and the movie is animated. These second graders picked it up quickly. by Apr 23