For example, one group relied on an artistic member to draw all of their pictures. Two students sat at her side, offering suggestions about what to draw, while another student scanned in the completed drawings. Evaluation is an integral and on-going component of the project. Three times during the three-week unit, students complete evaluation forms that give them the opportunity to refect on their own work, the work of other members in the group, and the entire project. These on-going evaluations enable Martha to detect emerging problems and help groups make adjustments where necessary.
Some computer programs allow students to incorporate music into their work.
While this type of project can benefit any student, it supports students with learning disabilities in several important ways. First, by writing stories for their peers to read, students have a highly motivating purpose for writing. Secondly, students draw from their own interests and background knowledge to develop the themes and plots. Third, by using multimedia, they can engage in non-print activities that capitalize on their strengths. Finally, students are supported by the teacher and the peer group.