Xtranormal_pitfalls

Pitfalls of Using Xtranormal

Here are some possible pitfalls to using Xtranormal:


 * Distraction** – Making sure the children are on task could be one potential pitfall. As children are still learning Xtranormal, they may be distracted by the making of a movie, and the fun side of it, rather than the educational side of it.


 * Resources** – Having enough computers is one pitfall in using Xtranormal, as each pair need a laptop or desktop computer to participate in the activity.


 * Access and equality** – only one child can really work on the computer at once. Although this is a pitfall, it can be used as a way of children working on their group skills. The VELS state that at level 4 ‘students work effectively in different teams and take on a variety of roles to complete tasks of varying length and complexity’ (Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority, 2007).


 * Inappropriateness of character costumes or gestures** – A solution to this pitfall may be to use State, which is a standalone version of the program that doesn’t need internet access. With State you can make it so that only selected characters are available.

**Time constraints** – Although Xtranormal can be time consuming, it is an engaging activity that children will love.

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