Adding Video to a Google Drawing

Google Drawing does not have an "insert video" feature. the good news is there IS a work around for that! If you add a video to a Google slide, you can copy and past that video over to Google Drawing (see the steps below).
Why you ask? Imagine how much more interactive and engaging poster projects in Drawings could become. What if you pushed an assignment out in Drawing that asked students to watch the video and create a graphic organizer as they view the video? Think of the potential for flipped learning! Having an instructional video right there as a point reference while working on a Google Drawing assignment. This is exciting news! The possibilities are endless! For more ways to integrate Google Drawing check out 8 Creative Uses of Google Drawings You Shouldn't Ignore.

Steps for Adding a Video to a Google Drawing

Step 1: Insert a Video into Google Slides (Insert-Video)

Step 2: Click on Video- Copy (Ctrl C)

Step 3: Go to Google Drawings

Step 4: Paste (Ctrl V)

Digital Vision Board

Happy New Year! With a new year comes new goals! Vision boards are nothing new, but have you thought of having your students take advantage of this visualization technique?  Use Google Slides makes it easy to collect images and words that represent student academic and personal goals. Have conversations around the difference between unrealistic dreams and realistic goals and what images may inspire them to reach their goals. Revisit vision boards throughout the year with students as they reflect on their progress.  Provide opportunities for students to document and share their accomplishments using a tool such as Flipgrid, Padlet, or Linoit.  Setting goals, monitoring progress and celebrating accomplishments are the foundations of success. The sooner we provide students with the tools and strategies to build that foundation, the stronger it becomes and the more likely it evolves into a lifelong practice.  

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