The students produce videos that are accessible to all viewers. Powtoon is used to create a short video with captions and audio descriptions. At the end of the activity, the students will share their videos and discuss the importance of captions and audio descriptions for accessibility.
| Learning Scenario Identity | |
| Title | JYU20: Creating Accessible Videos |
| Length | 90 minutes |
| Main idea/description | The students produce videos that are accessible to all viewers. Powtoon is used to create a short video with captions and audio descriptions. At the end of the activity, the students will share their videos and discuss the importance of captions and audio descriptions for accessibility. |
| Target group | 12-15 years old |
| Curriculum/learning subjects | Computer science; First language; Social studies |
| Competencies | The students will learn about the accessibility of digital content |
| Teachers’ wellness competences | TC5: Emotional leadership/ e-mediacy |
| Learning Scenario Framework | |
| Pedagogical method | PI3. Enforcing attention and Awareness (Be attentive and aware) |
| Software/materials | The main digital tool used in this activity is Powtoon (or similar, e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud). It is important that the chosen tool makes it possible to produce some type of video content (e.g., slides that are talked over).Online delivery: This activity can also be delivered online, for example through video conferencing such as Zoom. The worksheets can be provided to students online (e.g., through Google Docs), and Powtoon is accessible online as well. The activity can be carried out as an individual activity. The students can share their experiences in small groups, for example in break-out rooms. The final discussion can also be organized together as a class.The students should be encouraged to try out the different features of the chosen app, since the accessibility features can be often overlooked in the daily use. The teacher should also be able to support the students in the use of the app. |
| Evaluation tools | The videos produced by students and the reflective discussion at the end of the activity can be used to support evaluation. |
| Learning Scenario Implementation | |
| Learning activities (description, duration, worksheets) | Introduction and tutorial (15 minutes) Activity: Discuss the importance of accessibility in videos and demonstrate how to use Powtoon or Adobe Spark to create videos with captions and audio descriptions Materials: Presentation slides or a short video on video accessibility; tutorial video/guide or live demonstration of the use of Powtoon/Adobe Spark; devices; internet access Choosing materials (30 minutes)Activity: Students choose an existing project that they have previously worked on, or create a new project on a topic that they are interested in. Improving materials and creating the video (30 minutes) Activity: Students create a short video with captions and audio descriptions (accessibility check-list below)Materials: Devices, access to Powtoon or Adobe Spark. Sharing and Discussion (15 minutes) Activity: Students discuss the task and the importance of accessibility Materials: discussion worksheet (provided below) Worksheet 1: Accessibility checklist Your task is to create an accessible video. You can use material that you have previously created for another school task or create an entirely new project. It is important that the video includes the following elements: [ ] text [ ] recorded speech [ ] images Once you have your materials set up, check that they meet the following accessibility requirements. If needed, make changes to the materials! [ ] Use Clear Language: Keep text simple and easy to read. [ ] Add Captions: Include captions for all spoken words. [ ] High Contrast Colors: Use colors that are easy to distinguish. [ ] Large Text: Ensure text is large enough to read easily. [ ] Avoid Flashing Lights: Prevent rapid flashing or transitions. [ ] Provide Transcripts: Offer a written version of the audio content. [ ] Simple Design: Keep the layout clean and uncluttered. [ ] Voiceovers: Add voiceovers to explain visual content. Worksheet 2: Discussion Reflect on the importance of captions and audio descriptions for accessibility. What accessibility features did you include in your video? How do these features improve the accessibility of your video?What challenges did you face while creating an accessible video? How could we make other people more aware of different accessibility features and their importance? |