As teachers prepare for the beginning of school, they may need a green screen. Even students might find it helpful to use one, to block off the view of the rest of the room for privacy. My computer wasn't strong enough to create virtual backgrounds for video meetings without a green screen. As I looked at the prices, I knew I didn't want to spend much money- teacher, remember? I decided my best bet was to work with what I had and make one! To begin with, you will need 6 pieces of PVC pipe and 4 of the 3-way couplers from my local hardware store. I already had some from when I made a green house over winter out of PVC pipe. I attached the pieces to make a frame. Then I took an old sheet I had that was green ( yes, green works best, I don't know why) and I clipped it to the frame with paper clip binders. Voila, a green screen! I adjusted it so it was at the right distance from my computer. Now the rest of my room is hidden (another great use, at least for me!) and I can use virtual backgrounds for video meetings! Even better, it is easy to take down. Just a few twists and everything rolls up. Here is a picture of my set up. Hope it inspires you! What are some things that you have made or repurposed to help you teach or learn during virtual meeting times?
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