Video Editing for All Teachers

What is the Video Editing for All Teachers?

Unlock the power of video editing with this dynamic course designed specifically for teachers! Whether you’re new to video production or looking to sharpen your skills, this hands-on class will guide you through the fundamentals of creating engaging, professional-quality videos using Clipchamp and CapCut, two of the most intuitive video editors available for both desktops and student Chromebooks. With easy access across devices, you'll be able to create and edit videos seamlessly, ensuring you and your students can take advantage of these powerful tools no matter your classroom setup.

What Will You Learn?

Teachers learn how to create engaging videos and edit videos for use in their classrooms. It’s free software that is easy to learn but can grow as the user’s capabilities grow. The self-paced program includes a wide variety of instructor-created tutorials that assist learners of any experience level. No prior video editing experience is required.

Educators who complete the Video Editing for All Teachers course learn how to identify the hardware and software used in producing video, how to use video to enhance classroom instruction, and how to develop skills in using different techniques to maximize a video’s instructional effectiveness. They will apply video editing techniques, including cutting video, editing sound, incorporating still images, transitions, animations, annotations and effects.

At the end of this video editing for teachers course, students produce an original video for their classrooms that includes most of the major elements covered in the video course.

What Are the Assignments and Projects?

The professional development Video Editing for All Teachers course is self-paced. Fresno Pacific University offers students the ability to enroll at any time and have up to one year from the date of registration to complete all assignments. Modules within the course include:

• Getting Started: Hardware and Software
• The Value of Video Content in Your Instruction
• Video Production Concepts
• Media Basics
• Advanced Editing

Who Should Enroll in the Video Editing for All Teachers?

This course is designed for K – 14th grade teachers and is aligned with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS).

What Educators Who Took the Video Editing for All Teachers

“Taking this class has been an incredibly rewarding experience! I now feel equipped to edit all sorts of videos with the knowledge and skills I gained. I am particularly happy with the awesome workout videos I created for my students during the course. This class has boosted my confidence, and I am certain that I can now create impressive promo videos or special memory videos for family or special occasions.”
– Educator, California

“Great class and instructor. I truly believe that I will be able to make use of the skills and techniques from this class in my own classroom.”
– Educator, Ohio

NOTE: There is no required textbook for this course.

This course is applicable towards the Technology Skills for Educators Certificate.