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Getting files into the right format is a big deal in video production. Many formats are not accepted in the software we use (adobe premiere , etc.). Before importing some files may need to be converting to an adobe friendly format. Zamzar allows users to upload the file and will send them a copy in their email.

This is a good resource for students to check for quick information when researching actors, films or directors. Con: some of the content is user driven and therefore may not be able to be trusted

Students spend a good deal of time looking for the right audio sound effect to accompany their videos. The right sound effect can greatly enhance any film. This website contains a number of free sound effects the student can download and insert into their videos.

The Phantom cam is a camera that can record at speeds other camera can't even come close to. This website is great for introducing students to the phantom cam and the world of slow motion film.

Before a student is allowed to film they must first complete the planning process of a treatment, script and a storyboard. Storyboard Pro is a great freeware software that helps students with the creation of their storyboards. This website contains a number of tutorials to help students get started with the software. This could be used in grades 6 and up. Con: some schools may not allowed this to be downloaded and installed on student computers

Grade level- 9-12 CC- Students can use the site to create a visual slideshow as part of a learning assessment for a unit like the Crusades. Overview- Students can take their own video and pictures and make stunning slideshows. Also they can incoroporate music too. Cons- Might need some time getting used too.

This website is great for the person that would like to make a dynamic video slideshow. Animoto takes your photos and arranges them to the beat, rhythm, etc. of the song of your choice. Great for any student who would like to create a professional looking slideshow in a fraction of the time.

An interactive lesson that allows students to learn about fair use and copyrights

All online newspapers overlaid on a Google Map. Search for content, zoom in and click on a placemark to view the paper. The website also has the ability to translate. Classroom Connection: *Foreign Language - read newspaper in the native language *Social Studies - compare/contrast a particular topic based on the location of the report; how would an incident in Egypt be reported out by American newspapers as opposed to an Italian newspaper?

Grade level- 7-12 CC- Students can analyze different perspectives on a current event by looking at all the different newspapers. Overview- Using google maps, a user can look newspapers from across the world. COns- Some newspapers do not correctly translate into English.

A Project that provides free online media for educators and offers training on the use of video content in the classroom.

Think of it as a aka Prezi

Using a SmartBoard is starting to become more and more of the norm in schools today. Being able to use SmartBoard recorder can run hand in hand with the smartboard. Here is a tutorial on how to use it I found helpful.

Using a SmartBoard is starting to become more and more of the norm in schools today. Being able to use SmartBoard recorder can run hand in hand with the smartboard. Here is a tutorial on how to use it I found helpful.

I downloaded Jing and used this screencast to help me learn how to use Jing and create a screencast.

Interactive whiteboard - IWB's can help when performing a screencast. I found this one to be easy and simple to figure out.

Education resources

Another great educational resource. As a science teacher I have found many illumination resource for my middle school classroom.

Grades K-12 Math lesson plans, interactive online activities and web resources. Teachers can use this site to prepare math lessons based on many different math skills and concepts.Students can utilize this site in the classroom or at home to pratice math skills.

word cluster resource

All grade levels Interactive "Word Cloud" generator, allowing user to enter various words, fonts and layouts in their design Classroom Connections: Students can make wordles of: *spelling words * vocabulary words * related words from content area concepts * words indicating a grammar skill-i.e.- homophones/synonyms/ antonyms/ rhyming words/ parts of speech * math concept words

A really great science website that has tons of free interactives and animations that i use quite a bit.

A really great science website that has tons of free interactives and animations that i use quite a bit.

A great website for Cell resources. Activities, Lab's and websites

A great science - cells website for resources