1. National Economics Teaching Assn. Creating Effective Video Content Kyle J. Anderson

2. Introduction March 8, 2016

3. Why Do I Create and Use Videos? Video lectures allow students to engage in high-level deep learning. Videos allow students to guide their own way through difficult concepts. Videos are easy to create. Videos will replace interaction with faculty members.

4. Why Do I Create and Use Videos? Free up face-to-face time. Provide facts, ideas, and information. Give students choice. Allow students to choose their own pace. Create a personal connection. Appeals to the learning style and lifestyle of 18- 30 year olds.

5. Tips for Video Content 1.Focus on the take-away. 2.Keep videos short. 3.Use pictures/images to gain attention. 4.Have a “theme” for your videos. 5.Use different styles for different purposes. 6.Plan for reusability. March 8, 2016

6. Tips for Video Content 7.Make it easy for students to access. 8.Make it clear when they should watch. 9.Get to know a video editing software package. 10.Publish to multiple/generic formats. 11. Become a consumer of podcasts and vlogs. 12. Have Fun! March 8, 2016

7. Additional Resources Bowen, Jose Antonio (2012)‘Teaching Naked’ Vlogbrothers & Mental Floss – John Green (Youtube) Podcasts : Radiolab, 99% Invisible Econgirl (Jodi Beggs) – youtube March 8, 2016

8. Thanks! Kyle Anderson kyjander@indiana.edu March 8, 2016