Video-Based Instruction in a High- School Learning Environment By: Trudian M. Trail EDIT 6900 Spring 2008

Introduction Numerous studies have been conducted that determine that video: ▫is an effective instructional tool ▫helps to support learning The Problem Not much research exists in regards to the effects of video in a high school learning environment.

Why does it matter? High-School system is fine the way it is However, this research may: ▫provide insight into an area about which not much is known ▫help to provide better quality instruction ▫positively impact standard of high-school education

Purpose of this study This study proposes to investigate the reasons why video is not more widely incorporated as an instructional tool in high schools by exploring the following questions: 1.What are the point of views and attitudes of high school teachers towards video as an instructional tool? 2.Does video-based instruction support learning in a high school environment?

Before we begin It is important to understand: ▫Ways in which video-supports learning ▫Why video-based instruction is successful ▫How to best incorporate video-based instruction

Ways video supports learning Video-based instruction improves skills crucial to learning. ▫Data exploration ▫Evaluation ▫Comprehension ▫Retention ▫Problem solving ▫Motivation E.g. Baslov et al. (2006) study Eg. Caspi et al. (2005) study E.g. Choi & Johnson (2007) study E.g. Choi & Johnson (2005) study

Why does video support learning? A theory that explains video-based instruction’s success is dual-coding/cognitive load theory (Koehler, 2005) This theory validates the success of video because it:  uses both verbal and visual avenues  expands memory  allows for schema construction

Tips for Integration Video-based instruction is not suitable for all: ▫Types of learning ▫Subject matter It is more valuable when coupled with other teaching strategies that help to make the learner more involved in their learning.

Recap This study proposes to study the reasons why video is not more widely incorporated as an instructional tool in the high school system as little current research exists about its implications in this environment. To do this, the study will address the following research questions: ▫What are the point of views and attitudes of high school teachers towards using video as an instructional tool? ▫Does video-based instruction support learning in a high school environment?

Research Methods Uses both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Participants ▫Teachers and students from two 9 th and 11 th grade biology classes, which is a total of 4 teachers and the total number of students in the four classes.

Research Methods Procedure ▫The flow of this study is summarized below: Teacher survey Teacher interview (focus group) Student pre-test Class instructionStudent post-testTeacher survey Teacher interview (focus group)

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