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=__**Video Creation and Video Resources**__= = = Student and teacher created videos are a great way to explore educational topics. There are many tools available to assist with this process: digital cameras, video cams, phones, tablets, flip cameras-

Here is a good video to get you started with video basics: Using Video to Improve Practice: Video 101 A summary of the tips discussed in the video:
 * 1) Use a tripod or hold the camera close to your body.
 * 2) Don’t shoot towards a window. Either move the camera or move the subject.
 * 3) Don’t forget to press the record button!
 * 4) If you are not using an external microphone, get the camera as close as you can to the subject for the best audio.
 * 5) Always hold your camera in landscape mode for video or photos you are going to use in a video.
 * 6) Don’t pan too fast and be judicious with the use of zoom.
 * 7) Remember to back-up your raw footage to a computer or external drive.

Looking for great information about video studio set up and equipment? Here is a great resource.