DT With Mrs B

Kia ora, fellow educators! It's Motivation Monday, and today we're diving into the exciting world of stop motion animation. Whether you're just curious about adding a dash of creativity to your classroom or looking for a fresh approach to teaching, I've got you covered. What is Stop Motion Animation? First things first, let's break it down. Stop motion animation is a captivating filmmaking technique where you bring inanimate objects or drawings to life, frame by frame. It's like making magic happen on screen! Getting Started with iPads and iMovie I teach in a fully-spec'd out Media studio, complete with green screens, and tonnes of tripods, iPads and macbooks.  So for a while, I've been using iPads and iMovie to teach stop motion animation. It's user-friendly and perfect for beginners. If you're fortunate enough to have these resources then here's a quick overview: 1. Preparation: Gather your materials - iPads, objects to animate, and a tripo...

Creating short films can support students' understanding of DDDO and computational thinking in a number of ways. For example, students can use short films to: Explore the different ways that data can be collected, stored, processed and used.   Learn about the different types of digital devices and systems.   Break down problems into smaller steps, and use logical thinking to solve them.   Come up with new ideas, and use digital technologies to bring them to life. Work with others to solve problems, and to create new things.   In addition to supporting students' understanding of DDDO and computational thinking, creating short films can also help them to develop their creativity, innovation, and collaboration skills. These are all essential skills for success in the 21st century, and they are all skills that can be developed through the process of creating short films. The possibilities are endless, and the most important thing is to encourage students to be cre...