Students and Multimedia presentations
I notice students often tune out during video portions of the class. There is almost a sense that "this is not my text book or instructor so I don't need to pay attention." At the same time, students ay they like to view multimedia content. What is the best way to encourage them to pay the same attention to it (i.e., taking notes) as other formats?
Megan,
Glad that our posts and discussions were of help to you. You are going to like the results you get with guided notes.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I have had this same question. Students say they want to watch videos etc. but then they tune it out! I love the idea of a guided note page! That keeps their attention and gives me feedback on what they are learning! Thank you for all of your helpful tips!
Rachel,
Good way to refine the developing skills of your students plus they will get used to the requirements of their field while students. This way the adjustment to the workplace will be less traumatic.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
I am teaching PTA students who will be required to document in SOAP format, so I have them document what they saw in the video in the appropriate category using medical terminology.
Dee,
Little snippets like this really help to engage the students as you can see. Continue to look for other types of media you can introduce into your courses and you will see your students focus increase.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
While looking for some video type material for a class on health information technology I googled medical records and found a "Kramer" show 3-4 minute spoof. I am not a Kramer fan but I knew of the show. I decided to use it and lighten the class up and had them critique the video on legal vs illegal, HIPPA violations, etc. It turned out very well.
Steven,
This is a great way to keep students following along with the video. I like to use guided notes as well. They make good study guides when preparing for a quiz.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
I will sometimes create a handout that coincides with the video I am showing. There will be short answer and fill in the blanks that they will have to answer in order to earn credit for watching the presentation. The only way to answer them correctly is to give watch the video and be involved. I may also do a short quiz or assign a one-page summary paper, so it is crucial that they take good notes while viewing.
Mark,
I would suggest that you prepare guided notes based upon the video content. This way as they view the video they fill in the responses needed to complete their outlines and/or notes. Then discuss those notes. Also, test over the content so they start to see that you value the content of the videos and that they will be held accountable for the content of them.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
