Inspirational Educational Video

Montessori Madness!

I was on YouTube researching videos for an assignment when this one in particular captured my attention and drew me in. The video is a debate that argues why Montessori Schools are much more beneficial to young children as they are more stimulating and encourage children to explore their interests, rather than focusing on a set curriculum. This video in particular is extremely influential as it provides the person watching to have a clear visual representation of what the person speaking is trying to portray to their audience. The animation within the video is fluid and continues to keep the watcher engaged in the matter, while using a different colour pen to stress certain areas that require more attention. In the description I found a link to the creators website that allows you to view more of their examples and explains why they choose to portray their message to the viewers in this way. The creator has stated clearly that 'you only get one shot, and one shot only' to get your message across and attract viewers attention, which PowerPoint presentations that are long and boring just doesn't do any more as they say we now live in a 'world of instant messaging, fast track communications and multiple stimuli hitting us 24/7 at every turn". This is why they have chosen to use their method of drawing 321 images onto a white board in order to capture the viewers attention and keep them engaged with fast and easy to understand images throughout the video. The creator cannot stress more on their website that it doesn't matter who you're presenting to, whether it be an individual friend or within a conference meeting of a large group of people, you need to excite your audience and do it fast as first impressions are everything. A quote I found interesting on the website was:

"What really sets 321 Fast Draw, Inc apart is that beyond the technology and creativity, they have a strong sense of story. They understand pacing and how a segment unfolds for the viewer. Their best work has a way of cutting through the noise and resonating with viewers."

- The Kauffman Foundation