I selected the website Hulu to explore because I was curious about the website. I've heard great things about it, but I've never actually explored it myself.
Hulu allows viewers to watch full length movies and shows from their computer with little commercial interruption. It is a free site, unless you would like to purchase Hulu plus, which allows for unlimited commercial- free streaming. The site was created by NBC Universal and Fox Entertainment in hopes to help curb online piracy. It had a large variety of movies and shows broken down in several categories.
I think this site could be beneficial in the classroom. Teachers could use the site to show students current news reports, documentaries, and shows that are relevant to a topic being studied. My high school American History teacher often used videos and documentaries during lessons and I personally felt it helped create a greater connection to the material. Teachers could also use clips as an opening for class. Show a selected clip, and then have students write a personal response to what they just viewed.
http://www.hulu.com/
Paige...I am going to be a History teacher too and I will use the hulu videos to help students retain information. Looks like it worked for you! good job!
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