Educ 6810 - Reading #9

"The tools of digital storytelling, as well as the social relations that this type of activity promoted, provided the space and opportunity for youth to engage in meaningful practices to represent and extend their understandings of complex issues with which they grappled personally and intellectually." (Nixon, 57)

I chose this text because this is how I felt about the digital story that I watched on Reel.  I agree whole heartedly with this quote.  Digital storytelling is definitely a way for youth to let out their personal problems and feelings.  They also have a great opportunity to speak out for others.  These tools let them  spill out their hearts and souls and tell their story - through media.  It is a great way for youth to not only allow their inner selves to come through, but it also lets them use the same tools that they enjoy to use.

I chose this image because it is everything that digital storytelling is.  I love that it shows that digital learning is student engagement.  It is engaging students in so much more than they even know.  Also, they are able to reflect on their thoughts and feelings.  The technology integration is an obvious part; however, it is a great way to bring technology instruction into the classroom.  This is a must.  Lastly, the Project-Based Learning.  This is a great way to assess project based learning activities.

Source:
Avila, J., & Pandya, J. (2013). Critical digital literacies as social praxis. (Vol. 54). New York: NY: Peter Lang Publishing Inc.

Image retrieved Borchardt Elementary Library - from http://borchardtlibrary.edublogs.org/digital-storytelling/