DVOLVER

Dvolver is a tool used to create movies. It is a mini moviemaker which allows people to choose their own scenes, plots and characters to create a movie. Well, why do I said it is a mini moviemaker? It is considered as a mini moviemaker because the characters in the movies could only carry out a short conversation. 

A Fun Way of Learning English using Dvolver!!!

Dvolver could be used to teach both primary and secondary students ranging from age 7-17 regardless of their English proficiency. For instance, an English language teacher could use this tool while introducing the topic of "modal verbs" to students. The teacher could use Dvolver to create a conversation which consists of modal verbs so that the students could visualize the importance of modal verbs in their everyday lives.  Additionally, students could work in pairs and create a film with Dvolver by using modal verbs throughout the conversation.With this, students will have a greater impression on the use of modal verbs and would then practice using them in their day-to-day conversation. 

Other than that, a teacher could create a short clip using Dvolver to activate students' schemata while introducing a topic for English essay writing. This would then create a fun and relax atmosphere for discussion to be held in class. Students might be more willing to share their own experiences and stories which would ease them in their essay writing. 

Interesting?? Let's give it a try!! http://www.dvolver.com/moviemaker/index.html

Advantages:

• Fun & interesting
• User-friendly (easy & quick)
• Can attract students' attention (animation)
• Can visualize how the dialogue is carried out
• Catered for introvert students
• Choice/control (could reformulate it)

Limitations:

• Very limited themes to create dialogues
• Does not involve expressions & body language 
• Some characters are not appropriate to students (eg. Hotties)
• Demands for internet connection