Youtube may be one of the biggest
and most influential technologies of today’s generation. It has created a
community of its own where anyone can broadcast himself or herself. People show
case singing, dancing, comedy, and anything else they can think of to get
views. Many participants have become famous or have been given great
opportunities based on the volume of views or likes they get on Youtube.
Not only does Youtube help those
who seek stardom in the public eye, but can also be very useful in many ways
especially in the art classroom. It can help teachers learn how to use new mediums,
learn new techniques, and explore new areas in art they are unfamiliar with. I
have used Youtube many times for “how to” videos some that are very helpful and
others that are inspiring and evoke great ideas for projects. Not only can
teachers gain helpful hits and ideas from Youtube but also share their own.
She/he can create demonstration videos that can be accessed on Youtube that may
help their students outside the classroom. Demonstration video may also be
beneficial if a teacher is out. If a demonstration was to be performed that
day, the class plans don’t have to be delayed; the substitute can present the
video that includes detailed steps and instructions.
(This is a personal sample demonstration I created)
Although this may be useful to
teachers Youtube can also benefit the students in many ways. Videos that are
shown in an art classroom may inspire students to create projects of their own
and formulate new ideas and theories. Students can also learn how to use Youtube
and create their own videos. Some students who aspire to become famous artist
can gain exposure by promoting their artwork on Youtube. For example students
can create a spoken artist statement accompanied by a slideshow of their work.
(This is my personal art slideshow and statement)
If Students are able to use and
explore the benefits of Youtube, I feel it is also important to make them aware
of proper etiquette as well as the dangers of social networks.
I never really thought about YouTube as a visual arts application, but it is very practical. It is true that YouTube is an incredibly mainstream technology, and that means that it is widely accessible. Since demonstration and by example are how many students learn effectively and wholly, using video examples of how to do something seems very practical. I was also very interested with the application of YouTube for personal promotion as an artist- because so many people are "discovered" on the internet, this seems like a very smart way to get noticed!
ReplyDeleteShannon,
ReplyDeleteAs a future social studies teacher, YouTube could be a very important aspect in the classroom. Throughout my experiences in education, many of my high school teachers and college professors have used YouTube. It can be a very useful tool if it used correctly. Many of my teachers used this just to pass time through their lesson so they would not have to explain anything. Other teachers used this really effectively by using short videos that just showed clips and did not take up the entire class. As a social studies teacher I think it would be useful to show videos because some students learn better visually then they would by just reading the textbook or taking notes. For example, if I was teaching the Civil Rights movement, I may want to show YouTube videos that portrayed Martin Luther King making a speech, footage from the Little Rock Nine or a famous sit in. I think students could get a better sense of the time period if they see footage that came straight from that event. I know for me when I am able to see what is happening instead of just reading about it, it becomes more memorable. I would definitely use YouTube in my social studies classroom and I am glad you addressed how this website can be very helpful for teachers across all curriculum.
Youtube has told has taught alot of skills...skills that I never learned in class. Not every teacher knows everything but if you go on youtube you can find the answers you're looking for.
ReplyDeleteGreat post! You Tube can be very helpful for us art educators, and you brought up many good ways on how. I love your idea to make demo videos for the class to watch for when you are absent. You could also send it to any students who were absent on a given day. Teaching the students how to make videos on You Tube is definitely a useful skill for them, especially if they do want to advance in the arts and get themselves out there into the world.
ReplyDeleteI also agree that YouTube is an amazing resource for art educators as well as students. I enjoyed watching your video and admire your artwork and the materials you choose to create your pieces. I'm sure you have and will inspire people to look differently at the world around them, and encourage them to find inspiration in the "insignificant" things in our everyday life.
ReplyDeleteI've always been a proponent of
ReplyDeleteyoutube for the classroom, but i've never seen an application like
this! It's a great way to introduce students to new concepts, and I
especially liked your comment about encouraging students to upload
their own videos to begin the process of networking. Of course, it
also presents a great way to encourage good, safe internet habits
among students.