Teaching Tip: Integrate quizzes in videos
Blair Sowman boosted student engagement and retention by embedding interactive quizzes in instructional videos.
Want to make your instructional videos more engaging and effective?
Embedding interactive quizzes within instructional videos can reinforce learning and assess understanding in real-time. This approach provides immediate feedback to learners, enhancing engagement and retention.
Try this!
Use platforms like Canvas to integrate quizzes at key points in your instructional videos. This method ensures that students are actively engaging with the content and understanding key concepts as they progress through the video.
Addresses these teaching challenges:
- Low engagement with instructional videos
- Difficulty assessing real-time understanding
- Poor retention of video content
- Lack of immediate feedback for learners
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Implementation
- Identify key points in your video where quizzes would be most effective.
- Use Canvas or similar platforms to embed interactive quizzes at these points.
- Ensure quizzes are relevant to the content and provide immediate feedback.
- Test the video and quizzes to ensure smooth integration and functionality.
Pro tips
- Keep quizzes short and focused on key concepts.
- Use a variety of question types (e.g., multiple-choice, true/false, short answer).
- Provide explanations for correct and incorrect answers.
- Make quizzes visually engaging and interactive.
- Consider accessibility features, such as captions and screen reader compatibility.
Benefits
- Enhanced engagement and participation
- Immediate knowledge checks and feedback
- Improved retention of information
- Better understanding of key concepts
Teacher’s voice
“Integrating quizzes into my instructional videos has significantly increased student engagement and understanding. The immediate feedback helps them grasp the material more effectively.” – Blair Sowman
Accessibility considerations
- Add captions or subtitles to videos
- Ensure quizzes are compatible with screen readers
- Provide alternative text for images and visuals
- Test videos and quizzes for accessibility on various devices and platforms
Try this variation
Use interactive quizzes in other video formats, such as course introductions or equipment training, to create a consistent and engaging learning experience across different contexts.
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Blair Sowman
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Faculty of Science