As a teacher I would use image editing to enhance a geometry lesson. In 5th grade math one of the Common Core Standards is, "classifying two-dimensional figures in a hierarchy based on properties." When I used Photoshop to create my animated gif I noticed that you were able to easily create a number of two dimensional figures. I would create an animation that demonstrated the hierarchy of the two dimensional figures. As I was teaching my lessons on this particular standard I would be able to show the animation to my students. It would be a great tool for visual learners. I could also have the students demonstrate their knowledge of classifying two-dimensional figures by constructing their own model of hierarchy.
Issues to Consider:
The first issue that comes to mind with creating an animated gif is the level of difficulty. I watched countless tutorials and spent hours making my gif. I think that expecting elementary students to be able to create an animated gif would be a large task to take on. Also, Photoshop is expensive and with the degree of difficulty and time it takes to learn the software I'm not sure if it would be the best use of money in the classroom.
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