WeVideo

What is it?

WeVideo Multimedia + Interactive is a powerful and easy-to-use. cloud-based collaborative platform combining video editor and interactive content creation tools all in one place. The Multimedia component allows users to create videos, podcasts, and other digital media. Its Interactive features also enable teachers to turn videos into engaging lessons by embedding questions and activities directly into the content.

Why should I use it?

Teachers should use WeVideo (Multimedia & Interactive) because it is a cloud-based platform that enables students and educators to create, communicate, and demonstrate learning through video, audio, and interactive media. It goes beyond traditional video editing by allowing teachers to transform videos into interactive lessons with embedded questions and activities, making it a powerful tool for both content creation and instruction.

Key Benefits for Teachers

Ease of Use & Accessibility:
WeVideo offers both a beginner-friendly “Storyboard” mode and a more advanced “Timeline” editor, making it accessible for all grade levels. As a cloud-based tool, it works on Chromebooks, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices without requiring installation.

Multimedia Creation Tools:
Teachers and students can create videos, podcasts, screen recordings, and GIFs, supporting a wide range of instructional and assessment strategies.

Interactive Video Lessons:
The Interactive component allows teachers to embed questions, polls, and prompts directly into videos, turning passive viewing into active learning experiences.

Extensive Media Library:
Users have access to a large library of royalty-free images, video clips, music, and sound effects, allowing for high-quality content creation without copyright concerns.

Collaboration & Feedback:
Students can collaborate on projects and share their work for peer and teacher feedback, promoting communication and revision skills.

Seamless Integration:
WeVideo integrates with platforms like Google Drive, Google Classroom, and Canvas, making it easy to assign, collect, and assess student work.

Safe & Education-Focused:
WeVideo is designed for educational use and complies with FERPA and COPPA, ensuring student data privacy and safety.

Impact on Student Learning

Student Voice & Creativity:
Students can express their understanding through video and multimedia projects, encouraging creativity and deeper engagement.

Active Learning:
Interactive videos require students to think, respond, and engage with content rather than passively watch.

Collaboration & Communication Skills:
Group projects and shared editing features help students build teamwork and communication skills.

Digital Literacy Development:
Students gain experience with video production, storytelling, and media literacy—essential skills for the modern world.

Differentiated Instruction:
Teachers can create self-paced, interactive lessons and offer multiple ways for students to demonstrate understanding.

Integration with our Learning Management Systems

Google Classroom (K–5):
Teachers can assign WeVideo projects or interactive videos directly through Google Classroom. Students can create and submit their work within WeVideo, and teachers can review and provide feedback through Classroom or within the platform.

Canvas LMS (6–12):
WeVideo integrates with Canvas, allowing teachers to embed videos, assign projects, and incorporate interactive content into modules. Students can submit their multimedia work through Canvas, and grades can be managed within the LMS.

Logins

Step 1: All students and teachers should use their Classlink account to login initially to activate their license. After this step, they can continue to use Classlink, or they can now use Google Sign-on.

Link: http://www.wevideo.com