REEL FUN! "Lights, Camera, Curriculum: Lightspeed Learning with Student-Made Videos!"

Purpose & objective

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

Create Engaging Video Reels: Learn the fundamentals of video creation, including scripting, filming, and editing, to develop captivating educational reels.

Blend Curriculum with Emotional Intelligence: Understand how to seamlessly integrate Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) principles into core curriculum subjects and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).

Promote Active Learning: Explore innovative techniques to spark a passion for learning through multimedia magic, fostering student engagement and retention.

Enhance Creativity and Expression: Encourage students to express their understanding of core subjects and SEL concepts creatively through video production.

Empower Student Voice: Discover strategies for giving students a platform to share their perspectives, insights, and experiences while promoting SEL competencies.

Assess and Reflect: Develop methods for assessing the effectiveness of student-made video reels in achieving curriculum and SEL goals, and reflect on continuous improvement.

Promote Inclusivity: Explore ways to ensure that video reel projects are inclusive and considerate of diverse learning styles and backgrounds.

Collaborate and Share: Foster a community of educators willing to collaborate and share resources and best practices for infusing curriculum with SEL through video production.

Instructional Approach:

This session will feature a dynamic mix of interactive activities, hands-on workshops, and group discussions. Participants will have the opportunity to:

Explore Case Studies: Analyze real-world examples of student-made video reels that successfully integrate curriculum and SEL.

Hands-on Filmmaking: Engage in practical exercises to develop video production skills, such as scriptwriting, shooting techniques, and video editing.

Collaborative Brainstorming: Work in groups to brainstorm ideas for curriculum-based video projects that incorporate SEL principles.

Peer Feedback: Share and receive constructive feedback on video reel prototypes, promoting a culture of collaboration and improvement.

Q&A and Panel Discussion: Interact with expert educators who have successfully implemented video-based SEL strategies in their classrooms.

Resource Sharing: Access a curated list of tools, platforms, and resources to support video creation and SEL integration.

The tools we will use are:

Instagram & TikTok (reels)
CapCut
WeVideo
Canva
Adobe Express
Genially
IMovie
Microsoft Flip

By the end of this rollercoaster of learning and fun, participants will leave with the knowledge and inspiration to embark on their own exciting journey of infusing curriculum with SEL through student-created video reels.

Outline

By the end of this REEL FUN session of learning and fun, participants will leave with the knowledge and inspiration to embark on their own exciting journey of infusing curriculum with SEL through student-created video reels.

Session Outline (60 minutes):
I. Introduction (5 minutes)
Welcome and session overview.
II. The Power of Video Reels in Education (10 minutes)
Multimedia's impact on education.
Showcase successful educational video reels.
III. Creating Engaging Video Reels (10 minutes)
Fundamentals: scripting, filming, editing.
Demo of video editing tools like CapCut and WeVideo.
Interactive Activity: Short video editing exercise using CapCut or WeVideo.
IV. Blending Curriculum with SEL (10 minutes)
Integrating SEL into core subjects and STEAM.
Examples of SEL-infused curriculum.
Interactive Activity: Identify SEL elements in sample curriculum.
V. Promoting Active Learning Enhancing Creativity (5 minutes)
Sparking passion for learning through multimedia.
Strategies for engagement and retention.
Encouraging creative expression in video projects.
VI Empowering Student Voice (5 minutes)
Giving students a platform for SEL expression.
VII. Hands-On Filmmaking Workshop (15 minutes)
Practical exercise: scriptwriting, shooting, or basic video editing.
Interactive Activity: Short video project using tools like Instagram & TikTok (reels), CapCut, or WeVideo.
VIII. Collaborate and Share (5 minutes)
Building a community of educators.
IX. Q&A and Panel Discussion (5 minutes)
Expert insights and participant questions.
X. Resource Sharing (5 minutes)
Tools and resources for video creation and SEL integration.
Interactive Activity: Quick tips for tool usage.
XI. Conclusion and Call to Action with a contest for best REEL! Post on #ISTE (5 minutes)
Recap and encourage participants to infuse curriculum with SEL through video.
XII. Closing Remarks (1 minute)
Thank participants and provide contact information.
Note: Timing is approximate and adaptable to session flow.

Supporting research

Why Videos are Important in Education
https://www.nextthoughtstudios.com/video-production-blog/2017/1/31/why-videos-are-important-in-education

THE IMPORTANCE OF VIDEOS FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING
https://givingcompass.org/article/the-importance-of-videos-for-teaching-and-learning#:~:text=Engagement%3A%20Studies%20have%20shown%20that,facilitate%20discussions%20and%20identify%20problems.

How to Create Engaging Instructional Videos
https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-create-engaging-instructional-videos/

15 ways to use social media for education
https://sproutsocial.com/insights/social-media-for-education/

Social Media in
Social Media in Education: 13 Ideas for the Classroom
https://pce.sandiego.edu/social-media-in-education/