It is important to consider the best way to present the information when you are writing digitally. As I mentioned in the video they are times to write it down down and then times to present it using video. For example a prime time to use video is to demonstrate something. I often use video when I want to learn how to do something. They are just some things that are hard to understand by reading alone. However, there are also times to use writing, such as a least of statistics. This is a good example, because of several reasons, One is that a video of statistics would lose the viewers attention quickly. Another reason is that one might want to go back and view the statistics again, and that would be much easier in writing. ("When to.")
As I went back and reviewed my original introduction. I decided that there was several things that I wanted to change to make the information in video received better by the audience. First, I wanted a less busy background. The first video I put a few standups that I use as hall passes at school to be funny, but when reviewing the video it was distracting and busy. I also wanted to make my points more clear as was mentioned in the chapter of the book by Turner and Hicks. (Turner, 2017) So I decided to go with a background of just my screen, and crop the video to where the background isn't busy. I also edited the video using adobe to cut a lot of material and provide titles. I also added videos and pictures for clarity, informational, and entertainment value.
I haven't edited a lot of videos, but I think that it is a very useful skill. We live in a fast paced world and we have to find ways to catch the attention of our audiences. My audience in particular is my classroom. I am like more teachers I struggle at holding my students attention and I can see how video could help me keep their attention at times. However, that video has to be compelling and video editing is a way to put your best foot forward in presenting video. Video editing is a field that is always changing and it is important to keep up to date on new technology, to be able to keep up with the times. It is one of those skills I would like to acquire and I would encourage anyone to seek mastery. It can be used in most fields. It can be profitable to those who learn and capitalize on opportunities. (Sirotin, 2024)
As technology expands, I think that most people are looking for ways to capture peoples attention. Understanding the different reasons why one would use video vs written material is important. It is equally important to be able to use video in a way that captivates our audiences. This assignment allowed me to edit a video, and I found it very enjoyable. So much so that I would like to do more if it, and use it more in my classroom.
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When to use video vs. written content in your customer engagement strategy. (n.d.) Questline. https://www.questline.com/blog/when-to-use-video-vs-written-content/
Sirotin, J. (2024, January 8). The critical role of Video Editing Skills in Today’s Digital Ecosystem. ECG Productions. https://www.ecgprod.com/the-critical-role-of-video-editing-skills/
Keeping students attention can be very challenging, especially in today's technology driven world. Our students are always immersed in it. Many students spend their days watching TikToks, YouTube, and Instagram reels in their free time. Even in the younger grades. My students are always asking if they can get on YouTube. I think that it is a great idea to get involved in video editing to engage students in our classrooms. Digital (2022) explains that introducing a new topic is a great way to utilize video. Currently, I use animated stories in my classroom when beginning a lesson with my pre-k students. They are more engaged instead of listening to me read the story aloud. As you mentioned our audience is quite different from a companies because it involves students becoming interested in a new topic. We have the unique opportunity to gain their interest in something new almost everyday. Alber (2019) has great tips for utilizing videos in the classroom and making sure that students are actually engaged and understanding the content. She also makes a great point about how videos can help those students that are English Language Learners as well. (Alber, 2019).
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Alber, R. (2019). Using Video Content to Amplify Learning. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/article/using-video-content-amplify-learning
Digital, Q. (2022). When to Use Video vs. Written Content in Your Customer Engagement Strategy. Questline Digital. https://www.questline.com/blog/when-to-use-video-vs-written-content/
Your point about video editing being an essential skill for students is absolutely on target! As digital writing continues to expand, being able to edit and refine multimedia is key to producing impactful content. Lawrence explains that “video editing allows students to control how their message is delivered, enabling them to emphasize key points, adjust tone, and enhance the overall impact of their digital writing”. I personally experienced this when I had to edit and resubmit the personal video assignment. Initially, my message didn’t come across as I had intended, but through editing, adjusting the timing, adding visuals, and refining my tone, I felt that I did a better job at communicating my ideas. This process gave me a new appreciation for the importance of teaching students these skills. It’s not just about the content they create, but how they present it, and video editing helps them make their message more polished and effective.
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