I need a LAB-otomy

Last week, I was excited to get my level one classes back into the editing lab for the first time this semester. Perhaps, I bit off more than I could chew. I am very limited on equipment, but decided to test my limits (and patience) with a lab activity that I wish I did not assign. In the past, I would have the students perform skits in small groups that highlight some professional ethics topics we covered in class. This year, I decided to have the students do a small group video assignment about copyright. The assignment was supposed to last three days, but ended up going three extra days. I am struggling with the resources to engage my students in lab related activities. I thought I could take on the world with this assignment, and I was eager to do so. The limited number of computers and student absences made this lab activity one week-long headache for me, but the students were engaged and really enjoyed it. It’s all about the kids!