Want a More Engaging Classroom? 10 Easy Ways Video Can Help.

Keeping students engaged isn’t easy, but integrating video and other types of content can make all the difference.

It’s not just about using tech for tech’s sake; it’s about making lessons more relatable, interactive, and memorable.

Whether you’re testing the waters or ready to dive in, these 10 tips will help you integrate video and other multimedia in a way that actually works for you and your students.

Before adding anything new, think about your lesson goals.

What do you want students to understand or experience? Once you know that, you can pick the right media (whether it’s a short video, an interactive quiz, or a hands-on project) to make those goals easier to reach.

Some concepts click best when students can see them in action. Use short videos to break down complex ideas or show processes that are hard to explain in words.

Bonus tip: Give students the power to pause, replay, and review whenever they need.

Turn learning into a conversation. Use Insights to add quick quizzes to your videos, or use tools like Google Forms to check understanding in real time. It keeps students engaged and helps you see who’s getting it and who might need more support.

Not all learners are visual. Podcasts (or even short teacher-recorded audio clips) give auditory learners a chance to thrive. They’re perfect for introducing new topics or reinforcing what you’ve already covered.

Digital storytelling projects let students show what they know creatively. They can mix video, images, narration, and music into something unique. And when they present their work or share it with classmates, they learn from each other, too.

From the Great Wall of China to deep-sea dives, virtual tours bring faraway places right into your classroom. It’s an easy, no-permission-slip-required way to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding.

Offer content in multiple formats (videos, images, audio, and text) so students can choose what works best for them. This isn’t just inclusive, it’s empowering.

Encourage students to swap out text-heavy slides for visuals, infographics, and short clips. Adding music or voiceovers can take a “just okay” presentation and make it unforgettable.

Group projects (like podcasts, videos, or interactive slideshows) help students build communication and teamwork skills while taking ownership of their learning.

Parents and guardians love seeing what’s happening in class. Share recordings, projects, or highlights to keep them connected. It strengthens school-home partnerships and helps learning continue beyond your classroom walls.

You don’t have to overhaul your entire teaching style to bring in video and other kinds of content. Start small, experiment, and see what resonates with your students.

When you’re ready, tools like MyVideoSpot can help you organize, share, and celebrate your content-rich lessons, so your classroom becomes a place where learning is as dynamic as your students.