As teachers, we are in a constant battle with our students for their attention. To be heard as a teacher, it is helpful to use multi-modal approaches and multimedia tools to support our lessons. A great way to start this is by showing YouTube in order to initiate discussions and differentiate learning.
Find High-Quality Educational Content on YouTube
There are many powerful filters in YouTube that allow teachers to search for just the right video. YouTube has an easy-to-use sharing features so teachers can distribute videos to students in various methods. YouTube videos are easily embedded into other communication tools such as Blogger, Google Sites, and Google Classroom.
There are two terms in the YouTube world. The first is a “YouTube Channel.” This is a place where a content creator (teacher, student, movie producer) can place their videos. The second term is “Playlist,” which is just a collection of videos grouped together by a user.
Curate Educational Content on YouTube
A great starting point for educational YouTube Channels are Khan Academy, Crash Course, and Veritasium. When you become a subscriber to an educational channel, you automatically get an update every time that channel uploads new content. Each time you visit YouTube, they will start to present you with videos that appeal to your likings, called the, “What to Watch” page. The Guide allows you to access all of your subscriptions, playlists, and saved playlists from other users.
Create the Optimal Viewing Experience
YouTube’s powerful features can be tweaked for each learning space and each student. Resources may limit accessibility, bandwidth might be an error at the school, curriculum challenges and timing can be faced, all of which add to our obstacles. YouTube’s custom options allow teachers to incorporate the resources available into the classroom to help students both inside and outside of school. Additional YouTube features covered restriction modes for safety, subtitles and closed captioning, and different view modes.
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