Sherer, P., & Shea, T. (2011). Using online video to support student learning and engagement. College Teaching, 59(2), 56-59. doi:10.1080/87567555.2010.511313
Abstract
Online videos are used increasingly in higher education teaching as part of the explosion of Web 2.0 tools that are now available. YouTube is one popular example of a video-sharing resource that both faculty and students can use effectively, both inside and outside of the classroom, to engage students in their learning, energize classroom discussion, and meet course learning goals. The authors, integrating current literature with their own classroom experiences, describe different types of assignments for which online video can be effectively used.
Annotation
Today’s students are more technology-savvy than previous generations and that means the expectation of incorporating technology into teaching is also higher. The authors in this article talk utilizing different resources available, including online video platform and blogs, to introduce new concepts to students. The authors also talked about the importance of having students participate in the course content by encouraging students to create videos as part of the assignments. Students are taking an active role in their own learning and are more likely to explore knowledge outside of the classroom. Adobe Spark is a good introduction for students who are new to create their own video content.
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