Are 360-degree classroom videos the future of teacher training?
Immersive 360-degree classroom videos increase a sense of presence but do not improve teaching quality assessments or observation skills (Gold & Winscheid, 2020).
The Role of Video in Teacher Development
Over the years, I've used traditional video recorders, observation software such as IRIS and ONVU; I also liked using the in-ear microphone hardware to observe outside of the classroom space. A few years ago, I noticed ClassVR - have been offering virtual reality lessons for students - started to explore
I’m sure you know it; please revisit Robert Coe’s research on how inaccurate and inconsistent classroom observation is, even when done by experienced professionals.
Yes, thanks Patricia. I know Rob and his research very well. In an era of video technology, I was curious to learn if the tech can improve teaching/observing…
Interested in looking at some of the current AI features of video tools that hone in on certain actions.
Yes, that’s a great suggestion. I suspect they’ll be many tools developing now with AI capability just like we see on live CCTV footage (animated boxes etc)