Blog The foundation students build in elementary school is critical to their success as lifelong learners. However, even for the most attentive student, these early spelling and grammar lessons can be a bit dry. Fun and engaging videos can help to liven up this important material. We’ve put together a few of our favorite clips to […]
Teaching with Movies
Bring Vocabulary to Life with the Vocabulary Finder
At ClassHook, we’re always looking for ways to support educators in finding and effectively using videos in their lessons. Today, we’re excited to announce a different way of teaching vocabulary: using video. The Vocabulary Finder is a new feature on ClassHook that makes it easy to find specific words and phrases used within scenes from […]
Teaching Spanish through Movies and Television
A good way to learn a language is to watch popular TV shows and movies. Do you love popular video clips? You do, or you don’t? Well, you will after checking out the videos below. Here are three examples of Spanish from some of our favorite films and shows. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone […]
Everything You Need to Know About Teaching with Movies
Motion pictures have fascinated society since the first film was created in the late 1800s. Since then, movies have only grown in popularity, generating billions of dollars in sales and inspiring millions of people around the world. Movies are now ingrained in popular culture, being the subject of quotes, colloquialisms, and memes. Given this phenomenon, […]
Why You Should Use Movie Clips in Your Lessons
As an educator, you’re often looking for new ways to support your students in their learning. You’ll add videos, fun activities, worksheets, and other materials to your lessons so that students can demonstrate their learning. But have you considered adding movie clips into the mix? Yes, movies. Those entertaining works of art. With their enthralling […]
4 Essential Tips for Educators Teaching with Movies
Every teacher knows that students love movie time in the classroom. Consider these tips to maximize student learning and engagement during this time.