The frame, focus and follow-up approach supports students' negotiation
of a rich understanding of digital video.
Frame: Provide a context that helps students make connections to
the main content of the video. To activate prior knowledge ask students
questions about the topic to be explored.
Focus: Help students to notice the important moments in the
video by providing them with something specific to look for while they
watch.
Follow-up: Give students an opportunity to discuss what they
saw. By answering questions and describing elements of the video,
students consolidate their understanding and have a chance to reflect on
their viewing.
Learn more about effective video-based lessons in the VITAL Teacher's
Guide special collection.