Glossary
Digital storytelling: Using new digital tools to help ordinary people tell their own real-life stories.
Sources: Wikipedia.org
Discussion Questions
1. What do you think of the Digitial Youth Network? What would it take to start a similar program in your community?
2. How is DYN redefining literacy?
3. What do you think of the DYN's special program for girls only? Is this a good idea? Why, or why not?
4. The DYN uses a social network for kids to provide each other with meaningful feedback. What are the benefits of doing this online versus in person?
5. Do you agree that the way people learn is different today than it was in previous generations? Why, or why not?
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Digital content creation for learning
Share in the discussion of digital content creation for learning at the annual World ORT Wingate Seminar. It's being streamed live this week at http://www.ort.org/asp/page.asp?id=49.
Andres Olmos
I really enjoyed this video. Storytelling and dialogue is a part of every student’s life. Digital Youth Network introduces students to the initial stages of communication and literacy, as well creating a bridge between the physical world and an imaginative one. Digital Storytelling in my opinion helps students share experiences and feelings in an engaging and entertaining way.
i think this video is very helpful in many different areas for different people. i love it
Very inspirational. I would
Very inspirational. I would love to see a program like this in my community that engages students especially females in using technology to tell their stories.
Short but very educational
Response to Discussion Questions
I think this was a great video. Short but very educational.
Marie Curie high school
Technology Integration
This Digital Storytelling class is really awesome. I gives encouragement as it builds educational technology confidence in the classroom by allowing the students to express themselves as they use the media technology materials. They also use this material to critic themselves which allows them to have a fascinating vision of their great work along with their errors. It is an excellent tool for empowering youth, both male and female.
The videos gave me a more "out of the box" outlook on technology in the classroom.
Response to Discussion Questions
I think this was a great video. Short but very educational.
I loved this video on the
I loved this video on the Digital Youth Network in Chicago. I teach 5th grade and it gave me so many ideas but also questions. I wonder about funding and teacher training. I was so impressed with the kids in the video and how they are using the technology creating their own movies and stories. The girls club is outstanding!!! Girls need empowerment in the classroom and in the outside world!!! Great job!!