The article I read describes Rhode Islands' PBS Video Streaming program, which is a "subscription-based service that gives teachers and students access to more than 4,000 full-length and 44,000 clips of core curriculm and standard based video programs instantly over the internet". For their particular program, all the teacher has to do is type in a keyword or concept into the search box and the database will locate the information by subject and/or grade. Stream video play digital media in 'real time', they play as soon as enough video or play back audio data has been received and stored in the receiving station's buffer. Although it is downloaded, it does not stay on your computer after you have exited out of it.
This relates to teaching by showing students a fun way of learning. As mentioned in previous blogs, students are becoming more technologically advanced and stream video is just one more plus for teachers because the students are more likely to watch a video or pictures than sitting there solely listening to lecture. One subject it is good for is science classes. For example, the teacher is teaching his/her students about tectonic plates, with this technolgy there could be a video of these plates and what the outcome is for the world. The site also mentions that videos are always up to date and current which is a plus because it's cheaper than buying new books just because someone found new information.
I think stream video is a great technology with a lot of advantages for the years to come. It can be used in every subject, it is a fun way for students to learn and students would actually pay attention, and stream videos are viewed online for free. Plus, no trees are cut down to be used as hand outs for students.
Although I think stream video is an excellent technology, there is still research to be done. I wonder how accurate the information really is, what schools in my area offer programs such as the one for the website I found, and how else to incorporate the stream videos into a lesson plan if I choose to use it in my class.
http://www.ripbs.org/Education/video_streaming.html
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I agree with you that it is a good technology to use in the classroom. It is a better idea to use streaming video than just a lecture because you have a better chance of the students understanding what they are being taught. Great job.
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