MovieMaker is an easy to use Microsoft tool which can be used in countless ways in a classroom context. When making my own movie I was excited to see all the different tools and ways to edit to make my work more visually appealing. I did however have many challenges uploading my movie to my blog due to a slow internet connection which I found very frustrating and time consuming. In the end though I was very impressed with the program and can see the potential it provides to me as a future Learning Manager. Below is a SWOT analysis of the programme as well as an example of a movie which I have made.
Strengths:
· MovieMaker is straight forward to use and can be uploaded to global websites such as blogs.
· Photos and video recording can be imported and saved to movies, allowing movies to be customised by students and Learning Managers.
· Provides opportunities for collaborative learning and peer teaching.
· Students have the options to experiment with work with simple to use editing tools.
· Large range of functions available to edit film with.
· Sound, music and audio can be added and included and manipulated with ease.
Weaknesses:
· Not all computers have or run the software adding cost considerations.
· Uploading to global and static websites can be time consuming especially with different qualities of internet connections.
Threats:
· As with any program, security measures need to be taken when using images and videos from the internet.
Opportunities:
· This program can be incorporated in to almost any subject or subject.
· It allows for the opportunity to use different ICT tools such as cameras, voice recorders and video cameras.
· This program provides opportunities for students to express themselves in an innovative and fun way.
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