My pre-plan is coming along a little slower than I anticipated. However, I am excited about incorporating a few of the suggestions shared by the Apple trainer, Paul, last week. Paul, too, suggested Storykit as a tool to use in showcasing the students' book reviews. He also suggested the Sock Puppet app. I have used it with my niece. However, I had not thought of using it for the book reviews. This would be great tool to use with the students who enjoy role-playing. Storyrobe was also suggested. He recommended purchasing it for 4 of the iPod Touches or even my iPad and using it as a center; rotating students through to complete their project.
I also located Story Line, an app which could be used a storyboard to prepare for the book review. Each student would add his/her own part and then another student could illustrate it. I am still exploring how to use it. But, it looks like it would be a good tool. There are several other apps I came across to use to create their storyboard.
Kids' Vid is a site that shares how to create the video. This will be a source for students to view if they wish to create an iMovie or Slideshow to showcase their book review.
I like reading your posts because you often mention apps I've never heard of before. My pre-plan is also moving along at a snail's pace. If only I had one more weekend to tackle it. I think creating an iMovie or Slideshow would be a good, mandatory project piece. For grading purposes, tell them to keep it at 90 seconds or so...even 60. How many are you assessing? Good luck with positive, forward movement!
ReplyDelete--Angie
Linda, it is great to see that you are exploring various tools for your project. All of them sounds interesting! I would suggest to consider if the tool is age-appropriate as well as cost-effective. Of course, it should promote students' higher-level thinking! As far as book reviews are concerned, I would recommend to look for several comic strip creator tools such as Comic Creator (http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-interactives/comic-creator-30021.html).
ReplyDeleteLinda, you already know that I <3 Storykit. I think it is super-easy, and it's FREE. You know I <3 free apps, too!
ReplyDeleteCould this be something where the kids choose the format of their project/presentation? Maybe give them their choice? It would require creating a strong and detailed rubric, but I think that you could guide them through what you want them to do, especially since you have a student teacher right now. just something to keep in mind!