This semester I have started to feel a lot more comfortable with my ability to use digital video editing. I had some experiences using in camera editing, but I like that results of using an actual program to complete the editing. I think the videos that my group has created using the video editing have all be been nicely done. I think the best way to create professional looking videos is to keep things simple. We have used a lot of screen shots and images in our videos. I think adding a lot of action can sometimes complicate the video. I am also not well versed in using a camera, so I think having editing skills helps me create a more professional looking video.
   In my opinion having the right music and transitions are very important when creating a professional video. In creating our videos we realized that we would often need to add transitions to show a change in scene. Some transitions were better for creating a flow between scenes, while others created the element of separation. Using different tempos and volumes of music, we were able to create mood in our videos.. Overall, I have seen the benefits of understanding how to properly use digital editing when creating videos. I think students would really enjoy using this type of editing within the classroom. I could see them creating a video to show an explanation or create a summary of something they have read.