Students created three minute instructional videos on how to solve systems of linear equations for a specific method.

In my students words… “When kids my own age are doing the teaching, I’m more likely to listen and learn”

Objective: “To create an educational video that teaches people how to do one of the three ways to solve systems of equations (substitution, graphing, elimination)”

What did you learn? Many students felt they learned the mathematical process better in having to create their video. Other responses were: how to use video equipment, import data, edit movies, create own music, and create effects on i-movie. One student said, “I learned how to use a ton of technology even though it was causing many problems too”

Was it difficult to switch roles and become the teacher? “It was a little difficult switching roles and becoming the teacher because it is hard to explain how to do something even though you know it very well.” Most students complained during the production of the videos that they were having difficulty explaining how to solve their problem.

Do you think that you would benefit from watching other student made videos?
“Students can better relate to other students, but sometimes the information isn’t as good.” “I would like to watch more student made videos because it is fun but educational at the same time.”