Stream lining the story telling process through Kajder’s elements of digital story telling was brilliant. Not only can I see how it would help me as a teacher but as a writer as well.
Viewing the technology as only a method of delivery relieves some the stress of production allowing a greater focus on content. I did, however, think that Economy should have appeared in both the “during writing” and “during construction” phases. This is probably because I am an accordion writer; my drafts fluctuate in length throughout the writing process. Her focus on limiting bells and whistles however reminds students to stay focused on the heart of the story that they are telling.
I can see this exercise also being beneficial for developing group skills among students. Having someone with you during a creative problem solving session not only builds friendships but has the opportunity to have the members the group constantly look at the piece in a new light.
I REALLY look forward to doing this with my future students
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Jo, I'm glad you found the storytelling discussing useful. I agree!! Moving adolescents to exploring with new media as Kajder describes but with "old" skills--nothing older than the storyteller--is good pedagogy.
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