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Imagine once a week, or perhaps every other week, starting class with a video clip. Your students come into your room and see on your board a Do Now/Bell Ringer assignment to watch the upcoming video and reflect on it. You would have to teach them how to reflect on something in an age-appropriate manner, but after they had done so a few times, reflecting on a short video clip would become routine.
After they had reflected, you could ask them to share their thoughts with you. Through the ensuing class discussion, you would be able to share with them why you chose the particular video and what you hope they learn from it. What a great opportunity to be a compass and point students toward the truths they need to learn on their way to Mt. Olympus!
Below are several example of videos to share with students. For more examples, visit the Video Section of The Freshman Transition Network at http://freshmantransition.ning.com/video.
After they had reflected, you could ask them to share their thoughts with you. Through the ensuing class discussion, you would be able to share with them why you chose the particular video and what you hope they learn from it. What a great opportunity to be a compass and point students toward the truths they need to learn on their way to Mt. Olympus!
Below are several example of videos to share with students. For more examples, visit the Video Section of The Freshman Transition Network at http://freshmantransition.ning.com/video.
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Knock Knock
Teach your students that their lives are the result of the choices they make. Show them what it looks like to not be a victim. |
Gotta Be More Than This
Life is not all about becoming rich and famous. Success is more than money. Start a conversation about what it means to live fulfilled. |
No Victim Statements
You'll be hard-pressed to find a better example of someone who has overcome incredible obstacles to live a fulfilled story. |
Competitive Greatness
The story of Paul Potts on Britain's Got Talent is a great way to teach students about the top of John Wooden's Pyramid of Success, |
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Get Back Up Again
Nick Vujicic's inspirational message of not letting life's obstacles beat you down is the image your students need to see. |
Nickelback - If Everyone Cared
Motivate your students to make a difference in the world and care for others with this great song and inspirational video. |
Michael Jordan - Failure Part 1
This famous Nike commercial can be used to teach your students to not be afraid to try. Failure is the key to success. |
Michael Jordan - Failure Part 2
Another inspirational commercial from Nike and Michael Jordan that helps students understand what it takes to succeed. |
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Kid President - 20 Things to Say
Your students will love the "Kid President" and right away can begin practicing using his 20 Things We Should Say More Often. |
Fair Play
Use this amazing example of sportsmanship to motivate your students to live lives of integrity and fair play. |
The Lost Generation
This clever video has a great message for young people. Make the choice to make the world a better place. |
Famous Failures
It's OK to fail. Everyone fails. Don't give us. Instead, let your failures motivate you to future success. No victims! |
