Video Intro

Here is an introduction video I created on a mobile device. This technique is very easy and takes no time at all (or as much time as you want!). Recording videos can also be accomplished via laptop or desktop camera. :)

Annotated Video Playlist

Here is an annotated video playlist I created on YouTube teaching students about yoga, partner yoga, and the benefits of yoga for our mind, body, and health.

Socrative Application

Socrative is a service that allows students to take quizzes electronically via computers, tablets, or smartphone devices. Teachers create quizzes that can be multiple choice, true/false, or short answer--it''s up to them what works best for their lecture! I tested out this application by creating a quiz compiled of ten multiple choice and short answer questions. Three participants completed the quiz in the student-paced quiz mode, and I downloaded the quiz results as an Excel PowerPoint spreadsheet. This spreadsheet is a quick and easy way to add student's results to an assessment program or system.

I really enjoyed using Socrative. It is very easy to set up a teacher account and create quizzes. It is also simple for students to open the application, join the classroom, and take the quiz according to the instructor's pace preference, which is another great aspect of Socrative. Students may be able to compete the quiz at their own pace or a at a pace preferred by the teacher.

Socrative is a great tool to get students more engaged and motivated in individual learning. I could use this application in my classroom to use open-ended questions to help frame upcoming learning activities or as a checklist while working through a current activity. Whatever my lesson plan is for the day, I'm sure that Socrative will be able to support it and make learning more exciting!