iMovie , Video editing and slide presenting tool for macOS and iOS Video editing and slide presenting tool for macOS and iOS
Slide presentingVideo recording/creating
Description: iMovie is a video editing software application developed by Apple Inc. It allows users to edit and create videos with various features and effects. Pictures can also be put together to create slideshows. To do so, users can import video clips, photos, and audio files into iMovie's timeline, where they can arrange and edit them to create a finished video project. iMovie offers a range of tools for editing, including trimming, splitting, and merging clips, adding transitions and effects, adjusting colours and audio levels, and adding titles and text overlays. iMovie was developed by Apple Inc. and is an in-built application for macOS and iOS devices.
It does not require signing up or having an account.
Evaluation: iMovie is a handy piece of software incorporated into macOS and iOS devices that allows the creation of professional-looking videos or photo slideshows. It is primarily used for video editing and storytelling, such as creating school projects, promotional videos, vlogs, and short films. While it does not specifically target linguistic skills, it can be used to create videos for language learning, presentations, and storytelling. iMovie might seem a little daunting at first for those who are acquainted with video-editing software since it offers a variety of functions and features, and it may take some time to grasp all its functionalities. However, it does not require any advanced IT skills - a good tutorial is all that is needed to get started.
Cost: Free but requires installation
Type Of Interaction:
Presenting (e.g. lecturing, storytelling),
Content:
You supply,
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: Medium, it might take some time to get familiarised with iMovie's functionalities, but then it's a time-saving tool.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: Numerous languages
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : Medium. iMovie collects personal data mainly for internal use, among which marketing. It gathers cookies and data, but users have the option to restrict or delete them. The data collected is used to provide answers to queries and to gauge the effectiveness of communications. Personal data is not sold by the site. iMovie operates under strict compliance with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes
Any other relevant information:
- Installation required?: Yes
- Compatibility/ Operating System: Mac, iOS
- Other technical requirements: Microphone, speakers, possibly camera
Examples of use