My Plan
Instructor FeedbackGreat project idea - the twist you have identified is a great way to explore the diverse way in which learning can take place. Nice connection of the material on the Wong article to your own design experience paying attention to the details in your project to elevate the quality of the finished product. My Digital Story Reflection:
One idea from Wong's article that resonated with me was the idea of interest. I had never really put any thought into the actual idea of interest. Of course I have considered student interests when planning lessons, experiments, projects, and activities, just as any "good" teacher does, but the actual idea of where interest comes from was never a thought. In the article, Wong states that, "Another domain located, in part, in the realm beyond rationality and control is the study of learners’ interest." How true that statement is! While I may be able to guess what may interest a few of my students, the truth is that each child's individual interests are irrational and uncontrollable. So why are we trying to control something that can't be controlled and rationalize something irrational? Rather than focusing on what may or may not interest the students, perhaps we should shift focus to what is interesting to the person teaching the information. When I am interested, excited, and energetic about a topic, I teach better and find that my students are more interested as well. We need to model an interest and excitement for learning if we wish to have students that view learning as a valuable experience.
Subconsciously, affect and aesthetic were of extreme importance to me throughout both projects. During these projects, I've been very conscious of what the end product would look and/or sound like. I wanted them to be pleasing to the eye and ear, if for no other reason than my own approval. The Norman quote used in the explanation of affect and cognition, "The surprise is that we now have evidence that pleasing things work better, are easier to learn, and produce a more harmonious result," seemed especially appropriate for my feelings towards the project, and my viewpoint on my work in all aspects of my life. I was careful to speak slowly and carefully in both projects, which is quite a feat for me as I tend to speak very quickly when nervous! I also tried to include interesting visual and audio elements in the projects. Background music and audio transitions in my audio project, as well as transitions, moving graphics, and introduction and closing music in my digital story, added to the emotion and visual/auditory appeal of each project. References: Dupont. (Designer). (2011). HD Back to School Wallpaper 2 [Web Photo]. Retrieved from http://www.dvd-ppt-slideshow.com/blog/hd-back-to-school-wallpapers-and-back-to-school-backgrounds-free-download/ Erickson, E. (Photographer) (2009-2013). Classroom photos[Print]. Available from http://stfran3.com Royalty Free Music. (Producer) (n.d.). Variety hour[Web]. Retrieved from http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/results.aspx?qu=song&ex=2 Instructor Feedback"Excellent project! I really liked the use of the text over the images to better provide context of the imagery with your voice over. You also do a great job of leading up to the “twist” of the project and how it was received. The content includes a clear statement of purpose or theme and is creative, compelling and clearly produced. A rich variety of supporting information in the story contributes to understanding the twist for student understanding and/or teaching strategies. The story includes motivating ideas that provide the audience with a sense of the main idea. Events and messages are presented in a logical order. The project is edited with only high quality audio and visual images remaining. Audio and/or visual narration moves smoothly from section to section and transitions are used to create a smooth flow from one section to the next. Digital effects are kept in balance and does not overpower the story's content. The visual imagery is clear and effectively assists in communicating the twist for the story. All video clips fit the storyline. Clips are just long enough to make each point clear. The flow captures audience attention. Finally, the quality of your voice over is excellent." Comments are closed.
|
About MeI'm Edie - wife, mom, teacher, instructional designer, home renovator,
and lover of nature, travel, technology, and vintage campers! Archives
June 2014
Categories
All
|