Blog As students are gearing up for the school year ahead of them, we understand how it is for parents who want to be more involved in their children’s success. At ClassHook, we see parents as partners in the learning experience. That’s why we’re committed to bridging the foundation between the parents and their teachers. Using […]
Student Engagement
Using TV Shows and Movies to Learn Literary Devices
There’s no doubt that there are many ways for students to learn literary devices both inside and outside of typical classroom instruction. A great way to make learning complex literary devices more memorable and easy for students to digest is to use content from TV shows and movies. By using clips from popular media, teachers […]
Easing Shy Students into the Classroom with ClassHook
When it comes to participation styles, each student has their own personality. There are those that easily share their thoughts on any subject, some that may be more soft-spoken yet still can be persuaded into a discussion, and of course, those that are absolutely adamant about their refusal to verbally participate in class. Unfortunately, motivating […]
Supporting Special Education Through ClassHook
ClassHook strives to accommodate a variety of learners and their needs. We want to assist all students in their learning process whether it is through our educational clips that teach social-emotional learning or through our video features that can be adjusted to suit the needs of students with learning disabilities. ClassHook has been beneficial in […]
Helping Educators Curb Profanity in Clips
In classrooms, many educators want to create fun and inclusive classroom environments by incorporating short videos into their lessons. On ClassHook there are thousands of entertaining clips curated to support critical thinking for students to build the connections between academics and real life. As an uncontrollable variable to movies and shows that are rated PG-13 […]
Teaching Physics with The Simpsons
Concepts like matter, energy, and force can be abstract and challenging ideas to grasp for students of physics. Introducing these topics with the help of the Simpson family may make physics an easier pill to swallow for reluctant learners. Check out these five clips for some surprisingly educational moments from a timeless sitcom: 1. Static […]
How to Create Live Discussions on ClassHook
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Top 7 Clips for Business Ethics
When it comes to ethics, sometimes it’s easier to show than tell. We all have different conceptions of what it means to be ethical when it comes to business. If you are a teacher looking for a way to show students business ethics in action, check out ClassHook’s top 7 videos. 1. A View to […]
Using ClassHook to Teach History
As many students and educators transition to distance learning, you may want to employ additional tools to keep curriculum engaging in the absence of face to face interaction. ClassHook’s database of educational video clips is an excellent resource to bolster an online lesson plan. For instance, you may find it helpful to utilize one of […]
Using Videos in Online or Distance Learning
The coronavirus impacts more than just our health— it impacts the way we teach and the way students learn. As schools close to deal with this growing pandemic, educators and students find themselves having to adjust to online learning. Making the Jump from Physical Classrooms to Online Learning Millions have already embraced online learning. There […]