Internet Safety. 5 Things you always wanted to know about.. (computer) viruses. 8 Overlooked Useful YouTube Tools. When most people think about YouTube they think sharing videos and or about all of the videos they can discover.
Most people don't think about the useful editing tools that are built into YouTube. The YouTube video editor has some useful features for teachers and students. 1. Create photo slideshows. The YouTube photo slideshow creation tools allow you to specify the length of time that each image is displayed for. 20 WebCam Activities for EFL ESL Students. Back in November 2008 I published Part 1 of a series of articles intended to explore the use of WebCams in education.
I have now finally got round to writing Part 2 which is a collection of 20 activities EFL ESL teachers can do with their students. Here are some links to useful free video communication tools that you could use for these activities.MailVu is a simple to use app which runs in the browser and enables students to record a short message which can be sent by email.EyeJot is another simple video email app which also has a mobile version.Skype is of course the mainstream choice for synchronous communication.Oovoo is a Skype competitor which also enables the recording of video interviews by capturing both interviewer and interviewee. 20 WebCam Activities 1. 10 ways to use screen capture technology. In this blog post Russell Stannard looks at the uses of screen capture technology.
Russell is the founder of www.teachertrainingvideos.com. He was awarded the British Council ELTons award for technology and the Times Higher Outstanding Initiative award. Russell lectures part-time at the University of Warwick and is also a NILE associate trainer. He trains teachers in using technology, working all over the world. He also writes regular columns for English Teaching professional and The Teacher Trainer.
My favourite tool. TechSmith. Jing, Record and share videos on your computer, by TechSmith. The always-ready program that allows you to instantly capture images and record video on your computer—then share them with anyone.
Jing is a great tool for adding basic visual elements to all of your online conversations Jing for Screenshots Capture What You See The Jing sun sits nicely on your desktop, ready to capture your screen at a moment’s notice. Jing will capture a window, pane, or region with just one click. Jing Loves to Share Send your screenshots all over the web.
Make a Point Need to emphasize a point or explain a tricky concept? No Need to Wait Simply paste the link into an IM, email, forum post, anywhere…and when the person clicks it they see your freshly–uploaded screenshot. Share Images Instantly. Explain Everything™ Collaborative and Interactive Whiteboard. By Kieran Donaghy. By Jamie Keddie Lessons - Lessonstream.org. Video without the distractions. ViewPure / Videos Without Clutter. SafeShare.TV.
Newsreels, video, archive, film, footage, stills. EUscreen - Providing online access to Europe's television heritage. Lessons Worth Sharing. Dailymotion. The home of how to videos. Task 3.1 Adding nice and neat URLs (Hyperlinking) Nik's Learning Technology Blog: 20 WebCam Activities for EFL ESL Students. Nik's Learning Technology Blog: Video communication apps and mobile learning.
By Kieran Donaghy. Lessonstream.org by Jamie Keddie Home - Lessonstream.org. Teaching With YouTube: 197 Digital Channels For Learning. Teaching With YouTube: 197 Digital Channels For Learning If you don’t have a YouTube channel as an education provider, there’s a good chance you’re behind the times.
Nearly every major educational institution in the world now hosts its own collection of videos featuring news, lectures, tutorials, and open courseware. Just as many individuals have their own channel, curating their expertise in a series of broadcasted lessons. These channels allow instructors to share information and blend media in unprecedented and exciting new ways. From teaching Mandarin Chinese to busting myths about Astronomy, the educational possibilities are diverse and dynamic. Here are the top channels worth following based on views, subscriptions, and quality of content: General YouTube EDU: Launched in 2009, Youtube EDU centralizes content from over 100 universities and colleges, providing access to lectures, research, and campus tours.
Physical Sciences Engineering & Technology Mathematics Mr. The Arts. Live Streaming, Online Video & Hosting Services. BusyTeacher: Free Printable Worksheets For Busy English Teachers. A Comparison of 11 Mobile Video Creation Apps. 12 Things Students Should Never Do on Social Media. The last thing young people want is another set of rules.
But these days, social media comes with great responsibility, whether you're just starting high school or finishing up college. The fact is, irresponsible social media conduct could potentially ruin your education and negatively impact your career, not to mention hurt others in the process. (And we're not just talking kids, either.) But most of those consequences are preventable, often with just a little foresight. We've pinpointed 12 social media mistakes that students should avoid at all costs, because after all, it's never as simple as "be responsible.
" Please head to the comments below to add your own contributions and advice for young adults on social media. Internet Safety Campaign Spares Children From Scare Tactics. Australian children will be spared the usual advertising scare tactics to protect them from online bullying and identity theft, when a new internet safety campaign hits their inboxes and Facebook newsfeeds from this week.
Instead of scaring kids, parents and grandparents away from the internet and technology, the Australian Communications and Media Authority's Digital Citizens Guide uses an optimistic three-tier message to encourage good online experiences – to "engage positively", "know your online world" and "choose consciously". Launched on Thursday morning, it will be supported by several well-known digital companies, including Google, Facebook, Telstra and Yahoo! Digital Citizenship Week: 6 Resources for Educators. Considering how ubiquitous smartphones and tablets have become, especially in high school and middle school, questions about managing use and educating students about digital etiquette are on a lot of educators' minds.
This October, Common Sense Media is sponsoring Digital Citizenship Week from October 16 to October 22. And we wanted to pull together some of the best resources to help educators talk about digital responsibility and safety online. Here, you'll find resources that cover today's digital landscape, ideas for student activities, and strategies for engaging parents.