SLC | S21W6 : Video Learning Materials

Hello Steemian Friends

I am happy to join this contest on "Video Learning Materials" where educator like me get the chance to share our teaching skill and creativity through videos content. As teacher at SLC I have alway strived to create engaging and impactful learning experience for my student.

Currently the session at SLC is almost over but I still have one lecture left to deliver. This contest has given me the perfect oportunity to merge my teaching responsibilities with my passion for participating in Steemit challenges. so I decided to record and share my final lecture as part of this contest.

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For my entry I create a video on "How to Succeed in Amazon Affiliate Marketing" a topic that I believe is highly relevant in today digital age. This videos is designed not only for my students but for anyones looking to build a successful career in affiliate marketing. In the video I share practical tip strategies and insight that can help beginners kickstart there journey and achieved their goal.

I hope this video reflects the essence of the contest combining effective communication creativity and technology to deliver quality educational content.
Feel free to tweak it as needed

Video Description

For this week assignment I create a comprehensive videos for my student. This is the concluding video in my course on Amazon Affiliate Marketing. In this lecture where I guide my students through the esentials they need to succeed in this field. Below are the key points covered in the video

  1. Learning Digital Marketing
    My first advice to students is to prioritize learning digital marketing. Its a skill that not only enhances success in affiliate marketing but also open doors to countles opportunities in the digital economy.

  2. Success and Challenges
    I shared inspiring stories of some of my students who have achieved great success in Amazon Affiliate Marketing. However I also discuss the common reasons why some students struggle to earn money including:

    • Lack of consistency in their effort.
    • Failure to update their blogs regularly leading to reduced visibility.
    • Ignoring current trends and failing to adapt to audience demand.
    • Choosing the wrong products to promote without analyzing markets demand.
    • Poor website design and navigation discouraging potential buyer.
  3. Consistency is Key
    I emphasized the importance of consistency. Successful affiliate marketers dedicate time daily to optimizing their strategies and content.

  4. Daily Blog Updates
    Updating blogs regularly ensures they remain relevant and rank higher in search engine result which is crucial for driving traffic and conversions.

  5. Following Trends
    Staying updated with trends is vital in affiliate marketing. Promoting trending products can significantly boost affiliate earning.

  6. Yearly Calendar for Trending Products
    To help my students plan better I provided a yearly calendar highlighting trending products based on major events like Eid New Year Christmas and Black Friday sales. This allows them to align their content and marketing strategies with consumer behavior.


Description of the Material I Created

To ensure the learning material is engaging and easy to understand I use the following tools and techniques to created my video:

  1. Mobile Phone and Camera Stand
    • I recorded the video using my mobile phone ensuring an stable and professional setup with the help of camera stand. This helped maintain clarity and avoid shaky footage.

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  1. Ring Light
    • To enhance the video’s lighting I used ring light. This ensured my face and the visuals in the video were well lit and clearly visible creating a profesional appearance.

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  1. Microphone
    • For clear and crisp audio I used microphone. This is crucial for ensuring that the audience can hear the leson without distractions or background noise.

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  1. Editing Software Adobe Premiere Pro
    • After recording I edited the video using Adobe Premiere Pro. This allowe me to cut unnecesary parts add text overlays and insert engaging transitions making the content visually appealing and easy to folow.

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  1. Creative Background
    • I incorporated a creative background to make the video visually appealing. The backdrop was carefully selected to align with the theme of the lecture ensuring that it captured the viewer attention while maintaining professional tone.

Is It Important for a Teacher or Instructor to Have Communication Skills?

In my opinion communication skills are very important for teachers or instructors. As a teacher myself I have learned that the way we deliver information can make a big difference in how well students understand and learn. Let me explain in detail why this is important using some examples to make it clearer.

Why Communication Skills Are Important for Teachers

  1. Explaining Ideas Clearly
    A teachers main job is to teach concepts in a way that students can understand. For example if I am teaching a difficult topic like Amazon afiliate marketing or physics I need to explain it step by step use simple words and give real life example so my studens can relate to the topic. without good communication student might feel lost or confuse.

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  1. Keeping Students Engaged
    Imagine sitting in class where the teacher talks in a boring tone or does not connect with the students. Would you stay focused? Probably not. As a teacher I try to keep my students interested by asking questions sharing stories or even using humor. This keeps them engage and make learning fun.

  2. Building Trust and Relationships
    When a teacher communicates well students feel comfortable asking questions or sharing their thoughts. For example one of my students once struggled with blogging but felt confident enough to share their problems with me because they knew I would listen and help without judgment. This trust is built through good communication.

  3. Giving Clear Instructions
    A teacher must explain assignments or tasks in a way that students know exactly what to do. For example when I ask my students to create content for Amazon affiliate marketing I make sure to breaking the task into smaller steps like researching products writing descriptions and using SEO keywords. This way student don’t feel overwhelmed.

  4. Providing Feedback
    Communication is key when giving feedback. I make sure to point out both strengths and areas for improvement. For example I might say “You did a great job with the product research but let’s work on improved your blog titles to make them more engaging.” This kind of feedback motivates studentsrather than discouraging them.

My Final Thoughts

In my experience communication skill are essential for a teacher because they help us connect with student make lessons easier to understand and create a positive learning environment. Even if there are alternatives like technology or teamwork nothing can replace the bond and clarity that come from good communication. As a teacher I alway strive to improve my communication skills so that I can help my student succeed in the best way possible.

My Experience in Creating Online Learning Materials

Creating online learning materials has been a exciting and challenging experience. During the pandemic I had to move my teaching online and learned many new thing.

  1. Using Technology
    I used tools like Adobe Premiere Pro for editing Canva for making visuals and YouTube to share my lessons. For example when I taught Amazon affiliate marketing I record my screen to show step by step instructions which help students understand better.

  2. Making Lessons Creative
    To keep students interested I used colorful backgrounds animations and visual. For example I added chart and videos showing real life success stories of affiliate marketers. This made the lesson more engaging and easier to folow.

  3. Improving Communication Skills
    Recording videos helped me speak more clearly and use simple language. It also taught me how to connect with students even without face to face interaction.

  4. Positive Feedback
    Many students liked the flexibility of online lesson. They could pause rewind or re watch the video whenever they needed. This helped them learn at their own pace.


Challenges I Faced While Creating Online Materials

Creating online lessons wasn’t easy and I faced several problems along the way:

  1. Learning to Use New Tools
    At first I didn’t know much about video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro. Even simple tasks like cutting clip or adding music were hard. I had to watch tutorial and practice to get better.

  2. Limited Resources
    I started with just my mobile phone and the sound and lighting were not good. Later I bought ring light a microphone and a camera stand to improve the quality of my videos.

  3. Time Consuming Process
    Making a single video took a lot of time. For example preparing recording and editing a 10 minute video could take up to 5–6 hours.

  4. Keeping Students Interested
    Online teaching is different from classroom teaching because I couldn’t see students reaction. To keep them interested I added quizzes assignments and fun activities.

  5. Internet Issues
    In Pakistan where I live power cuts and slow internet were big problem. Sometimes I had to delay my uploads or work during times when the internet was more stable.

  6. No Immediate Feedback
    In a classroom I can see if students understand the lesson. online I had to wait for comments or messages which made it hard to adjust my teaching immediately.

i am inviting: @chant @simonnwigwe @muhammad-ahmad

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