Dvolver is a fantastic online tool which allows you to create your own animated film. Imagine the fun you could have in class! Users can make online movies and add funny dialogues for each character. According to Dvolver, "People have a lot to say, and they like to say it with animated characters."
Learners get to choose the background and characters and then they have to type in the script. This could be an awesome and wonderful way to practice writing skills and have fun at the same time. The instructions are clear and when students have completed the film they can send it to people via email or add it to their own blog.
How to use it?
I would say this is a very user-friendly website since users do not need to create an account to use it. You will see 'Create a Movie' link right away.
1. Firstly, users will begin by selecting the background and sky for the first scene according to the climate and culture of your own choice.
2. Then you can start choosing your characters. There are approximately 30 different characters available. Every character has their own description and profile. Characters include normal-looking folks, celebrities lookalikes, aliens, animals and more.
3. Next, you will need to create the dialogues for each character. The dialouges will then appear in a thought-bubble for every characters.
4. Lastly, you can choose the music you want for your movie. By clicking on the options, you can preview the sound and its recommendations for use. By choosing the same styles and characters, your video will appear as a continuous scene.
5. Don't forget to select a title for you movie!
How can teacher benefit this tool in the classroom?
Why is it good?
1. It is fun! and obviously free. Traditional way of learning language would be boring to students. With Dvolver, no more too much teacher talking time without students' participation in their own learning.
2. It supports the ideology of student centredness. When students are making their own video, the usage of Higher Order Thinking Skills in deciding the right characters with suitable background and suitable dialogue to be used .
3. Dvolver gives students the opportunity to explore and enhance students' creativity in creating their own favourite movie.
4. This is not just an exposure to a good communication skill, but Dvolver helps students to practice their pragmatic competence.
The weakness of it...
1. Time-consuming!
2. It is hard to do in class with too many students, they will easily lose focus.
3. Some of the characters' outfits are not suitable for younger learners, they are too showy!
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