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Overview
In this unit, students will learn about the age-old practice of storytelling and use 21st century tools to create their own digital story. Students will explore digital storytelling as a way to tell a story, promote cross-cultural understanding and build meaningful connections with others. Students will participate in an email exchange to discuss the process. They will 1) develop a story topic 2) write their story 3) create or find appropriate images to support their story and 4) share their story and reflect on their work. |
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Essential Questions
- What is digital storytelling?
- What are the elements of a good story?
- Why do people tell stories?
- How is my personal story the same or different from others?
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Objectives
- Students will understand that digital storytelling is an effective way to have their voices heard and make a meaningful connection with others.
- Students will identify a topic, brainstorm ideas around that topic and write a personal narrative.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding of the role images play in a story and will create or find appropriate images to support their story.
- Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of digital storytelling. They will translate their words and images into a digital story in such a way that others will understand or appreciate their point of view.
- Students will communicate and work collaboratively with peers, teachers and ePals.
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Culminating Activity
The culminating activity is for students to create their own digital stories and share them with their peers. |
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Project Elements
This project has six parts:
- Understanding Digital Storytelling
- What makes a good story?
- Developing a Story Topic
- Writing the Story
- Creating the Images
- Sharing and Reflecting
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Standards
NCTE/IRA English Language Arts Standard 4: Communication Skills
NCTE/IRA English Language Arts Standard 12: Applying Language Skills
National Educational Technology Standards for Students Standard 1: Creativity and Innovation
National Educational Technology Standards for Students Standard 2: Communication and Collaboration
National Education Technology Standards for Students Standard 3: Research and Information Fluency
National Education Technology Standards for Students Standard 4: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving and Decision Making
National Education Technology Standards for Students Standard 5: Digital Citizenship
National Education Technology Standards for Students Standard 6: Technology Operations and Concepts
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