You Tube
As I browsed through YouTube videos I found some interesting, creative, and helpful videos that pertain to the library. All of the YouTube videos I searched were either helpful or entertaining. The purpose of these videos invites the students to communicate and learn while using technology.
There were several videos on overdue library books. They are geared towards different age levels.
Beauty and the Beast- Overdue Books -Lower Elementary
Luke Skywalker- Overdue Books- Middle/Older grades
The following video I found from the unquiet library seems to be somewhat relative/entertaining because it shows the reality of how some schools transitioned during the pandemic.
A Library on Wheels
Then, I searched videos from Pikesville High School library.
These videos are created by teachers and students. I found the following videos to be helpful.
The first one is focused on the school counselor. It's an animated video that describes what the counselor does and a few characteristics about him. This gave me the idea of making a similar video of each school staff member for incoming freshman. It would give them an insight as to who their teachers are and who they can utilize for specific concerns.
High school counselor video.
The next video is also helpful. It includes several scenes of what a normal day of school would look like. This would be helpful for new students as it gives a look inside the classrooms.
Back to school Night
A fun video I found through Pikesville HS was created with students learning about the research and writing process in the form of Hip Hop.
This video is a handy trick for librarians and teachers on how to store headphones in a smart and convenient way.
The following video is one the kids will be sure to enjoy! It's called Picture Puzzler. They take an image of something in the school and you have to try and guess what it is. This can easily be done at any school.
Animoto
Animoto is a website that gives you multiple templates to create and share videos online. You can sign up for a free account or pay for a subscription for more tool options. You can create promotions, picture galleries, slide show presentations, greetings, and can be used for educational purposes as well.
Book Synopsis
Sonia Sotomayor is the first Latina Supreme Court Justice in the history of the United States, but her road there wasn't easy. She overcame many challenges along the way, including a diagnosis of diabetes at age seven. But she didn't let that stop her from achieving her dream and inspiring children all over the world to work hard and believe in themselves. (Provided by Goodreads)
QR code
What is a QR code?
It is a bar code that gives easy access to information online by using a smartphone or tablet.
How can QR codes be used in the library?
There are many uses in the library for QR codes. If you are wanting to promote your library page, you can copy and paste the QR code into the school newsletter instead of having parents type a web link. The librarian can link unlimited information including access to the library catalog and reading material, including eBooks. Students can access their assignments using the QR code or create a scavenger hunt for fun.
You can promote your contact information, guidelines, policies and procedures, and library hours.
You can stick or tape the QR code to the doors or windows.
You can also link book trailers.
Click on the QR code to watch a book trailer on Sonia Sotomayor.
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Hi Amber! I really enjoyed the videos you chose to highlight from BBMS Media. Not only could a video like the first one be sent to staff, it could also be used with students. The creators did a great job keeping it short, providing simple directions in the text, and demonstrating on the screen exactly what was expected. The second video, "Picture Puzzler", is such a fantastic idea that could get students started on creating their own videos to share with others in a fun and engaging way. I can already see the competitions that would ensue not only between students trying to guess the images but also between students trying to create picture puzzlers that stump others!
ReplyDeleteI also really enjoyed your book trailer! I might suggest changing the black font to a lighter color because of the dark blue background, but overall it was very well put together. You chose excellent images to go with the text and the music selection added to the presentation's appeal. It was an added bonus that you even snuck in some suggestions for other books in the series at the end. Well done!
The video of how to put away headphones is really good. It was short and it can be shared to the staff and students with excellent demonstration that can be clearly seen. I like the "Picture Puzzler" idea, it's so creative and the students can make them as difficult as they'd like and others can try to figure it out.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of having a scavenger hunt using QR codes, that sounds super fun. I also like your suggestion to have the school newspaper as a QR code for parents and students to access without having to type the whole web link, it's such a good idea to consider too. Thanks for sharing.
I really enjoyed the videos you picked to share with us, especially the first one! Using a QR code to provide information is a great idea. I enjoy reading books with anything having to do with Sonia Sotomayor. It was nice to learn about the book and others at the end of your video.
ReplyDeleteYour book trailer was fantastic! Thank you for sharing that book with us! I know students would enjoy it as well. You mentioned providing access to assignments for students through QR codes. I think that's a great idea. It's quick and simple. Also, I believe that presenting the library's policies and procedures through QR codes allows not only students but parents, teachers, and administration to see them as well! Great idea! :)
ReplyDeleteIt is interesting to see librarians making so many fun and engaging videos for students. I think if we need to get students' attention especially for important matters, this is the way to do it. I like how they are using music that students would find entertaining and listen to as well.
ReplyDeleteI loved your book trailer. I have never used Animoto before this class, but they really make it easy to use especially if you use the templates they already have in place. This is an excellent tool to use in the library for introducing books.