Especially with the growing use of video in teacher candidate assessment, we expect that
classroom video recordings of intern and student teachers will be increasingly available.
However, when
classroom video segments are used to trigger the observations of viewers, then representation of the full classroom context is less critical.
The effort has also become a large - scale field trial of
using classroom video, to help teachers improve and to evaluate them remotely.
Connect new understandings to classroom practice through the use of
authentic classroom video of pulled small groups in action.
Another increasingly important method of capturing student achievement, especially with regard to project learning, is shooting
classroom video footage.
For maximum effect, teach your quiet signal and procedure, as demonstrated in this elementary
level classroom video.
The article also presents some new data and interviews with educational leaders about
how classroom video can work for educators much in the same way as game film works for athletes.
In February, we released A game changer: Using video to promote high performance in the classroom, which also features a practical guide for implementing
classroom video in your district or school.
As professional teachers, they can continually improve their teaching through
sharing classroom videos with supervisors, mentors, and peers in contexts such as video clubs (Sherin, 2007; Sherin & Han, 2004).
Design issues such as source of video footage, classroom context provided, length of video clips, and type of learner interaction should be considered in any use of
classroom video for teacher education.
Although becoming a good observer of the classroom environment is, itself, a fundamental aspect of teacher expertise (Berliner, 1986, 2004) and pedagogical content knowledge (Shulman, 1986), overcoming self - consciousness in order to observe oneself critically is also a substantial challenge, especially when self - observation involves
viewing classroom video recordings (Greenwalt, 2008).
As teacher growth areas are revealed, they can immediately access Danielson's Online Resource Library to watch
classroom videos with Charlotte's commentary, download teacher tools, and use other resources targeted to specific components.
Colorín Colorado's rich library of video content includes
classroom videos from schools around the country, professional development webcasts, and interviews with educators, administrators, researchers, and authors of children's and young adult literature.
A number of research studies have
repurposed classroom videos that were originally recorded to study teaching methods for the 1999 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS).
However, while video - based self - observation is challenging for many developing teachers, it is also becoming more important, as assessment of both preservice and in - service teachers increasingly
involves classroom video evidence (Hannafin, Shepherd, & Polly, 2010).
In particular, check out Dallas ISD, Knox County (Tenn.) Public Schools and the School Superintendents Association: all feature breakfast - in - the -
classroom video testimonials on their websites.
Observers have to pass an initial certified training course and also undergo bi-annual recertification where their rating scores on
online classroom videos have to fall within what is regarded as an acceptable margin of error.
The early adopters, whose work has helped shape the progress of
classroom video games, and the skeptics (see «Shut It Off,» below), who rightly urge caution and further study, actually see eye to eye: Both wish to see computer games used in the classroom only if they truly enhance learning and benefit the students who need it most.
- Detailed introduction on Growth Mindset from Shirley Clarke - Whole school assembly ideas - Detailed lesson plans, classroom activities, templates and other resources to make this easy to implement in an effective way across the primary school - Easy - to -
access classroom video clips providing demonstrations of the impact of this approach in lessons
Create focus for busy instructional leaders using content resources like
exemplary classroom videos that identify effective practices
ATLAS (Accomplished Teaching, Learning, and Schools ™) allows users to get inside the heads of accomplished teachers by observing authentic, in -
classroom video case studies.
Using a rich library of NSF -
funded classroom videos, the platform includes authentic examples and learning activities that support teachers new to the math workshop model.
Now, every novice teacher in the Oceanside district is matched with a National Board Certified teacher who coaches the novice using five
classroom videos uploaded over the course of the year.
The components of the modules include: slides, narration, video clips of literacy researchers, and
classroom videos showing each Literacy Essential practice in action in Michigan classrooms.
While so many books, TV shows and films has used schools as a setting, very few video games take place in and around the classroom
Rather, it seems that educators across the country from all different roles, grade levels, and content areas are talking
about classroom video and what it could mean for their growth, and more importantly, the growth of their students.
Research shows that teachers who watch
classroom videos in our Video Library make greater gains in their interactions with children.
One issue is that
authentic classroom video footage can be difficult to acquire for teacher education purposes, leading researchers to investigate the use of computer animation in place of actual video (Smith, McLaughlin, & Brown, 2012).
Use Video to Improve Inter-rater Reliability Groups of observers can
view classroom videos and rank teachers on specific elements or strategies.
Dr. Kane said the foundation hoped more school districts would start
using classroom videos, for training and for evaluations, and has worked to keep costs down.
I recently observed a calibration session where my colleagues (
watching classroom video) assessed a 45 - minute, 7th grade language arts lesson using one of the new evaluation instruments.
As you've probably seen, Insight has been working closely with SmartBrief Education to share the latest data on the use of
classroom video for educator growth.
New for 2015, a Teaching the Core Video Library includes a collection
of classroom videos and lesson materials intended to help K - 12 educators align their lessons to the standards.
We also recommend schools purchasing a 3D camera, such as the Ricoh Theta S so teachers and students can make their own videos and bring those experiences back to life in the classroom
The classroom video screen lit up with footage of swords clashing and bare feet running on a grassy battlefield.
Latrell Sprewell of the Golden State Warriors, Kevin Johnson of the Phoenix Suns, and Sharone Wright of the Philadelphia 76ers will speak out against gun violence in a series of public - service announcements and
a classroom video developed by the Center to Prevent Handgun Violence.
Companion DVD and website include videos showing how to implement deeper learning strategies in the classroom
This collection of
classroom videos and associated lesson materials was developed in 2013 to support K - 12 educators implementing the Common Core State Standards.
Because some must be scored using more than one protocol, the research will eventually involve reviewing some 64,000 hours of
classroom video.