Visitors are able to see how students learned about images and similes through poetry and art and see examples of students' poems and artwork. The importance of story and narrative in language learning has been highlighted in recent research. Examples of student work are shown. The presenters begin by covering the pedagogical foundation for group documentary film projects, and the appropriate readings, language, and skills for students. The presenters then demonstrate the student process of research, scripting, filming, digital editing, Internet publishing, and screening of the documentaries.
Participants view and discuss student documentaries.
The presenter comments on the predictable media blitz during Olympic years and shares ideas about how to take advantage of this coverage during the 2000 and 2002 Olympics for enhancing reading and listening skills. The presentation focuses on anticipating, utilizing, implementing, and brainstorming future Olympics' media coverage. Back to the menu of content area program listings.