How You Can Use Media More Effectively in Your Classroom

Whether you’re a classroom teacher, a home educator, or a parent, you probably already know how powerful movies and TV programs can be in the classroom. You’re probably also aware that the misuse of media can lessen it’s effectiveness. If you’ve ever seen a class of students wander out of a double period glassy-eyed or had your child say they shouldn’t have to go to school because they’re ‘…just watching movies’ then you know what we’re talking about. But it doesn’t have to be this way, and certainly not in your classroom!