Xtranormal

=Facilitator: Dr. Spires, NC State University=

=I. Learning Objectives:=
 * To learn how Xtranormal can support content engagement and learning in your classroom.
 * To create an Xtranormal movie.

=II. What is Xtranormal?= As a Text-to-Movie tool. Within minutes students and teachers can pick up the basics of how to operate this tool, and then create animated videos. The possibilities are endless as students can recreate favorite scenes from literature, use as a journaling tool, or simply create online content for other ICT tools.The current version even allows you to remix the videos created by others...so students can edit and critique the work of others.

=III. What are the Benefits of Xtranormal? = -Easy to use -Short movies that can be made in less than five minutes -Supports content learning through multimodality -Free or paid version with extra graphics and choices

=IV. Key Features: = > =V. View Student and Teacher Examples: = [|Brynn's Xtranormal] Lauren's Xtranormal [|Katie's Xtranormal] [|Lakeisha's Xtranormal]
 * Create cool 3D flash movies online.
 * Easy to use movie editor with simple to follow interface.
 * Embed movies clips you have created onto your blog or profile page.
 * Browse and watch clips created by others.
 * Rate and comment on clips.
 * Check out most popular and recent clips

=VI. Register and Create Your on Movie.=

=VII. Reflect on ways Xtranormal can Support Learning in Your Content Area.=

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