Three things I have learned....
1. It is not enough for teachers to ask students to write a book report or research paper on a topic using different media, as this only shows the teacher that the student is proficient at collecting data and reporting back. Students need to be more involved and demonstrate understanding of existing facts and media, by instead creating a soundtrack which represents the emotional journey of the characters in the book.
2. A research based scoring guide has been developed to help teachers and students evaluate the importance of certain digital products. This system evaluates both content communication and craftsmanship of communication.
3. Students can easily become distracted by the media devices they are using to present information, straying from the topics and concepts they are supposed to be learning about. Students can easily present media projects with more flair than content or information.
Two things i can connect to my teaching...
1. I really like the idea of developing digital portfolios for the students. These portfolios can include important projects which can be assessed easily and show the student's progress in all areas. The digital portfolio can also be used towards a final project, showcasing the students strengths and building confidence.
2. I also like the idea of helping students using media projects to understand the information they are learning, not just repackaging it. I think digital devices can be an interesting way to allow students to better understand concepts and a good way to grab their attention with something less traditional.
One question I have..
1. Are schools and communities usually open to the idea of teachers using new technology and non traditional ways of teaching?
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