GIVE A KID A CAMERA

I have the honor of being able to work in education and one thing that never stops amazing me is the excitement level of students when a video camera is incorporated into instruction.  Using video is a great way to get the student's attention, document activities, and bring focus to content.  Also! Let the students operate the camera especially those who may be reluctant to be in front of the camera.  If you don't feel comfortable with the idea of a camera in the classroom you may first want to try documenting activities in the classroom like a science experiment or the introduction of a new math rule.  However you decide to use it will increase student engagement and spark interest into your instruction. (NOTE: be sure to have all acceptable use policies and permission forms concerning student being filmed signed and filed.) So dont wait give a kid a camera!