SchoolTube is “a network of students, educators, and industry working together to foster video production and internet publishing in a safe online learning environment.” Modeled after YouTube (and many similar sites), this site publishes teacher-moderated and approved videos submitted by schools. These are not “educational” videos in the typical sense – rather, they are student or teacher produced videos from a variety of genres, including comedies, music videos, school events, careers, ceremonies, and even student council meetings.
As a classroom teacher SchoolTube is usefully for teachers who want to: share teacher approved media right from their classroom; are interested in integrating technology into their curriculum; are wanting to learn from recognized educational leaders and want to share concepts, ideas, and lesson plans with other teachers across the nation.
One of the biggest pros of using SchoolTube is that it is free! Therefore, any school may experience the benefit of media-sharing in a SAFE environment. All materials on SchoolTube must be approved by registered teachers, follow local school guidelines, and adhere to our high standards before it can be viewed on the site. It can be used by students, teachers, administrators, and school-related associations. Basically it’s simple, educational, economical, and fun! However, as with all great things there is some cons. SchoolTube requires students to have an email address to register. In addition, students must be at least 13 years old to register.
Check it out for yourself: http://www.schooltube.com/
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