Animoto

• Animoto makes it easy to create videos on a computer and mobile device. You can also add music from Animoto library or upload your own music. You can create videos in less time with a lasting impression on viewers. The video is certainly a powerful way to communicate what you care. How can Animoto be useful in the classrooms?Animoto is a Web-based tool that allows users to produce videos that blend photos, video clips, text, and music. Classroom teachers can examine their existing curriculum to decide where the use of Animoto will support their learning objectives. For example, Animoto could be used for the following ideas: At the start of the school year, teachers can use Animoto to introduce themselves on their web pages and students could use Animoto to introduce themselves and share their favorite things to do with their classmates.

• Students can illustrate their own poetry using digital images they find on Internet or ones they take.

• Animoto can be used to present research projects to the class.

• Students could illustrate step-by-step instructions for procedure writing.

• Take your students around the world without leaving the classroom on virtual field trips.

• Send students on a scavenger hunt, supplied with digital cameras. Have students assemble their digital images into an Animoto video to display what they found.

• Take pictures of the projects and class activities throughout the year and help students make videos to share with their parents.  

• Familiarize yourself with Animoto before introducing it to your students.

• Apply for an educator account at the Animoto Education page, where you can also see examples of how other educators are using Animoto in their classrooms.

• You will receive a confirmation email from Animoto that will include a code for your students. This renewable code is valid for six months.

• Next, set up your student accounts by following the instructions found at How Do I Set up Accounts for My Students? found in the Animoto help section.

• Develop a rubric for evaluating students’ Animoto videos. Consider "choice of music," "organization of photos and videos," and "use of concise text" as categories. 

• Provide support and guidance for students who may have difficulty finding appropriate music or photos for use in their videos.

• Allow time for students to share their Animoto videos with the class. 

There are three types of educational plans aimed to help educators. 

• Education HD (priced per student)

• Education HD Pro (priced per student)

• Education Plus (free for up to 50 students)

Animoto makes it easy for anyone to create professional-quality videos with their pictures and video clips within minutes. If you are just getting started here are five quick steps to producing your first video. 

1. Sign Up

To get started, you will need to register for a free account. Once you have registered click the blue Create button in the upper right to get started. 

2. Choose a Style 

Styles affect the look and feel of your video. Click on any of the styles to see a preview of what a video would look like in that style. Pick a style that you like.

3. Add Photos, Video Clips, and Music 

Upload photos and video clips from your computer. Then choose a song from our music catalog or add one of your own. 

4. Personalize 

Do not forget to click the Settings in the top-right corner to add a title, choose a thumbnail and more. 

5. Preview & Produce 

When you are all done, click the blue Preview Video button to see what your video will look like. If you want to make changes close this window and make any edits. When you have made it perfect, click the Produce button. Your amazing video is ready to share! 

Animoto Tutorial