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Flip Video Ultra

In this initiative, participants will learn to use the Flip Video Camera to increase instructional effectiveness, student engagement, and add options for student expression. A range of ideas for classroom video use will be shared. This includes ideas for differentiation of instruction and integration into the curriculum. Participants will also learn basic camera operation and basic video editing.

What is the Flip Video Ultra?

The Flip Video is a simple camcorder for taking digital video. The following features make this an invaluable tool for teachers and students in the classroom.

Easy-to-use, pocket-sized camcorder featuring one-touch recording and digital zoom
Captures 120 minutes of full VGA-quality video on 4 GB of built-in memory; no tapes or additional memory cards required
Convenient flip-out USB arm plugs directly into your computer to launch FlipShare software or use directly with i-Photo
Integrates seamlesslingly with iMovie software to let you easily email videos, edit individual clips, and upload videos to Urban Planet, create DVDs or video podcasts
Large 2-inch color LCD screen to play back and delete videos
Watch videos instantly on TV with included connector cable

Flip Video Ultra Basics
    Follow these easy steps to get your flip camera set-up. Click on this link to see directions for installing the batteries and setting up the camera date and time.
Classroom Ideas
    Click on this link to find an idea bank of classroom uses for the Flip Video to engage students, provide options for student expression and ways to differentiate instruction.
Actual Example
    Click on this link to see actual videoclips of teachers and students engaged in instructional activities.

Workshop Resources

Flip Video Ultra Demo This is a short introduction to how to use the Flip Ultra video camera.

Flip_Agenda_2.pdf Click to download the Workshop Agenda