Videotape and Film

·       Check lighting, seating, and volume to be sure that everyone can see and hear. Close the blinds. With videotape, use a medium light. With film, use a dim light or turn off the lights.

·       List on chalkboard or overhead the main points to be covered in the presentation. Review these points with the audience before showing the material.

·       Stop the film or video at appropriate points to discuss key ideas and to reinforce student learning.

·       You need not use all of a film or video, just the most relevant parts. It is very easy to cue videotapes to the portion desired.

·       Follow-up a video/film with an activity that allows students to respond to or extend ideas presented. Discussions, short writing assignments, or application exercises, for example, will reinforce the concepts and increase learning from classroom audio-visuals.