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Ready
for the new school year?
Whether you're still preparing or already in the
thick of it, we'll be sending over some Back to School Tips
& Tricks over the next few weeks to make the 2019 - 2020
school year the best one yet! Let's get started with 5 FUN things
you can do with your document camera:
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1. A Fantastic Blended Learning Tool
Are you
tired of repeating your mini lessons when practicing group-based
learning? Maybe you've found a solution in painstakingly crafting
handouts for each group that deliver the curriculum for you. But
is this really saving you time?
If you
have a document camera sitting around, you could outsmart this
hassle by using it to record your mini lessons. Just set up your
computer with the recorded explanation, and violà! And if you
have access to multiple computers, try recording a mini lesson
for each group or station. This will automate your entire lesson,
giving you the freedom to float around as additional support
where needed.
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2. Make a Classroom Vlog
Thanks
to platforms like YouTube, millions of creators are now able to
share their passions and experiences with the world. And there's
a good chance some (if not all) of your students spend hours of
their weekly free time on YouTube. In fact, 81% of US parents
use YouTube
to find content for their children.
A
classroom vlog (or video log) is a great way to create a digital
portfolio of memories for your students, their parents, and
yourself!* Use your document camera to record highlights, scan
your student's best work, or let your students create their own
segments! And if you're using a Solo 8Plus
Document Camera , try using the SlingShot tool to
drag and drop content into your favorite programs.
*Just
make sure you're not posting these videos publicly for student
privacy concerns.
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3. Show Manipulatives
Many
teachers use manipulatives to drive home simple mathematic
concepts for younger students. But sometimes there're not enough
sets (or time) for every student to benefit from this hands-on
developmental approach.
Consider
using your document camera for a live demonstration of the
concept as you explain the concept behind it. This will allow
every student to see what you're doing on your classroom display.
Plus, instead of buying the same manipulative set for each
student, this approach allows you to buy several different sets
to demonstrate various mathematical concepts.
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4. Your Classroom WebCam
It's no
secret that students get engaged and excited when you bring in
guest speakers such as artists, scientists, or police officers -
but travel and scheduling can make these opportunities few and
far between.
By
combining your document camera with video conferencing software
(like Skype, Google Hangouts, or Zoom), you can inspire your
students by connecting them with their favorite heroes - no
matter the distance! Plus, you can use this same approach to
connect your students with their penpals and sister-schools. What
a small world!
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5. Go Wireless!
Tired of
being stuck at your corner desk, AV cart, or interactive panel?
Try purchasing a bluetooth mouse and operate your document camera
from anywhere in the classroom!
And if
your document camera's software includes annotation abilities ,
you can use a bluetooth mouse to annotate over live or captured
media from anywhere in the classroom. Talk about a simple
solution to "unstick" yourself from the front of the
room!
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Thanks
for tuning in to HoverCam's Back To School Tips & Tricks
If you can't wait until next
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