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Have you ever thought about how much better learning would be if you were able to learn by watching an informational and entertaining video, rather than reading the information straight from a textbook? In my many years as a student, I had to make a few math videos of my own. These videos were intended to teach you in a fun, exciting, and modern way!

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A math video is an easier way to explain a concept that many people find hard to understand. It contains information in an entertaining and simple manner in order to keep the viewer engaged. Would you rather have someone explain a concept to you, or read about it on your own?

Imagine that you are a teacher and you need to create a video to explain a difficult topic to your students. In this WebQuest, you will create a video that is comical and theatrical which will help your students remember the information better because it will serve as a mnemonic device. The video will help them learn and retain the information because it will be entertaining, and they will remember it.

Choose and understand a topicBrainstorm video ideasFilm videoEdit video using Movie MakerAdd pictures, music, etc. using freeplaymusic.com

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[Teacher Page]1.Your first step is to look up and view several math videos on the internet. This will give you ideas for your own video. Use the following links to assist you.

• mrhiggins.net • youtube.com

2.Choose any topic from Chapters 4 through 8 in your book. Be sure that you fully understand all of the concepts surrounding that topic.

• Davis, Mary Ellen., and C. H. Edwards. Elementary Mathematical Modeling: Functions and Graphs. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 2001. Print.

Next you will choose a specific problem that you would like to work out in your video and explain to your viewers. (Your video could be over a difficult formula in which you come up with an easy way for students to remember that formula, or it can be over the process and steps you would take to solve a problem)

3.Think outside the box! Try to come up with the simplest way to solve the problem. Figure out how you will transform the steps of solving the problem into an entertaining and informative video. Be creative, engaging, and clear with you explanations. Use ideas that other people can relate to. Whether it be a popular song that you put math words to, a dance, or a funny saying to help them remember a step in the problem solving process.

• freeplaymusic.com

4.Film your video using a digital camera or a video camera. This can be done in two ways. You can record short clips and edit them together later, or you can film one continuous clip.

5.Edit your video. Add additional pictures, sounds, and special effects.1. At the end of your video you should add credits. Feel free to add bloopers, deleted

scenes, etc. Also in the credits, be sure to have a works cited/reference section, stating where you obtained your information, pictures, music, etc. If it is not yours and you fail to cite it, that is plagiarism!

• Windows Movie Maker• Photoshop

Be creative, and have fun!

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Mathematical Concepts

Explanation shows very limited understanding of the underlying concepts needed to solve the problem(s) OR is not written.

Explanation shows some understanding of the mathematical concepts needed to solve the problem(s).

Explanation shows substantial understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem(s).

Explanation shows complete understanding of the mathematical concepts used to solve the problem(s).

Explanation

Explanation is difficult to understand and is missing several components OR was not included.

Explanation is a little difficult to understand, but includes critical components.

Explanation is clear. Explanation is detailed and clear.

Mathematical Terminology and Notation

There is little use, or a lot of inappropriate use, of terminology and notation.

Correct terminology and notation are used, but it is sometimes not easy to understand what was done.

Correct terminology and notation are usually used, making it fairly easy to understand what was done.

Correct terminology and notation are always used, making it easy to understand what was done.

Strategy/Procedures

Rarely uses an effective strategy to solve problems.

Sometimes uses an effective strategy to solve problems, but does not do it consistently.

Typically, uses an effective strategy to solve the problem(s).

Typically, uses an efficient and effective strategy to solve the problem(s).

Neatness and Organization

The work appears sloppy and unorganized. It is hard to know what information goes together.

The work is presented in an organized fashion but may be hard to follow at times.

The work is presented in a neat and organized fashion that is usually easy to follow.

The work is presented in a neat, clear, organized fashion that is easy to follow.

Video Quality

Video is not done or is so incomplete that it could not be used even as a general guide.

Video has some sketches, and notes on titles, transitions, special effects, sound, etc.

Video is relatively complete with sketches, and notes on titles, transitions, special effects, sound, etc.

Video is complete with sketches, detailed notes on titles, transitions, special effects, sound, etc.

Math Video ProjectTeacher Name: Ashley MoyerStudent Name: __________________________

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Congratulations! Your hard work, and creativity has paid off. You successfully created, filmed, and put together an entertaining and educational math video. Now your student are better able to understand and remember difficult concepts from class. Students will also be able to refer back to this video at any time.

Next time you are having a difficult time remembering information, try making up a song or skit to help you remember!

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Clip ArtDavis, Mary Ellen., and C. H. Edwards. Elementary Mathematical

Modeling: Functions and Graphs. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall, 2001. Print.

Free Play MusicMrhiggins.netPhotoshopRubistarTagxedoWindows Movie MakerYoutube

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