Video Sharing

I thought the first site (Next Vista) was interesting, but I noticed there wasn't much for ELA. There was a lot for Math though. I think the idea of this site is good, they just need more on it. I like the idea of it being a site where it is regulated for content. I liked the Teacher Tube too. I thought that it might be interesting to poke around in there for video clips to explain concepts. For example, I was thinking of Literature Circles. I have a video I made that I use with my students, but it would be cool to show them a video of someone else doing one. This way they can see that other kids do them (as well as adults on their own time). I thought that all the sites were pretty user friendly. You just type in a search and whatever is relevant comes up. I think this format is easy for students to use too. I worry about the sites like You Tube and Clip Blast where things are not regulated. It is kind of scary how much our kids are exposed to through the internet. I also worry about posting videos with students and having them accidently give out personal information where predators could contact them. I think it is also important for teachers to watch a clip thoroughly before showing it to students. You never know whether the content is accurate or appropriate unless you watch the complete clip. :)