Everyone loves a good flick. Using short clips in the classroom to frame a lesson, prove a point, or just to mix things up a bit can be very powerful. I have a couple of video clips that I love to use. The first is an oldie now but certainly a goodie. The YouTube clip of the child going down the steep ski slope for the first time is such a powerful way to demonstrate the value of bravery, the importance of positive self-talk, and the feeling of elation after accomplishing something big. I show this clip on the very first day of my entrepreneurial class because I am asking the students to step outside of their comfort zones and be brave.
I also love to share all things Kid President. Every single one of his messages resonates with a philosophy that I am sharing in the classroom. Here's one about changing the world, which fits nicely with sharing bold ideas, taking risk, and again, being brave. It's a perfect match for budding entrepreneurs. His messages are positive, creative, and simply lovely. My class always asks for more of Kid President.
Inspiring students to create their own videos worthy of the classroom is worthwhile too. You never know who will produce the "next big thing". It can start with us.
I also love to share all things Kid President. Every single one of his messages resonates with a philosophy that I am sharing in the classroom. Here's one about changing the world, which fits nicely with sharing bold ideas, taking risk, and again, being brave. It's a perfect match for budding entrepreneurs. His messages are positive, creative, and simply lovely. My class always asks for more of Kid President.
Inspiring students to create their own videos worthy of the classroom is worthwhile too. You never know who will produce the "next big thing". It can start with us.
