videos

The video unit was interesting because of the variety of videos, and sites to choose from.  I thought the general inspirational videos could be used as motivation for my students.  Many had information that was surprising, which the students would catch the attention of students.  I chose to post two art videos on my blog.  This quick introduction to a specific artist would have a direct connection to curriculum, and provide a short visual introduction to a lesson.  

twitter

A quick note about the tweets- I like the quick short reaction to information or statements.  Sometimes it seems like I am listening to a conversation between other people, which I guess it is.  I found some of the tweets that provided more information or referenced other sites were of greater value to me as I just browsed.  I can see how this can be fun and useful as the followers have more contact with each other.

In the classroom, I am sure that as I become more active with this tool I would see more applications, but right now it seems that it would be a great way to get each and ever student involved in a topic of discussion.  Art is a  discipline that wants the viewer to bring to the discussion their personal experiences and interpretations- this would be a great way to do it.