Multimedia+Project

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Here is a Voicethread I created when I signed up for the educators version of voicethread. You may need to enter my email address and passord to view/hear the voice thread, this tool is serious about security and privacy. Only Ed.voicethread members are permitted to veiw a voicethread made public. Email: kelly.boushell@gmail.com Password: voicethread

You may also record a comment to the page as well by clicking on the ladybug image (Kelly) and creating an identity. This is what I would do with the students in the classroom or I could pay $60 and create an account for each student, which I am considering doing for next year.

Standards:
Pennsylvania Department of Education 4th Grade Language Arts

1.2.4.E: Read, understand, and respond to essential content of text in all academic areas. 1.3.4.C: Explain the literary elements in selected readings including characters, setting, plot, theme, and point of view. 1.6.4.A: Listen critically and respond to othersin small and large group situations. Respond with grade level appropriate questions, ideas, information, or opinions. 1.7.4.B: Demonstrate awareness of audience using appropriate volume and clarity in formal speaking presentations 1.9.4.A: Use media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities and problem solving. 1.9.4.B: Understand and investigate media as a source of information and entertainment.

National Education Technology Standards (NETS-S) and Performance Indicators for Students

1. Creativity and Innovation Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students: a. apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes. b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression.

2. Communication and Collaboration Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students: a. interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media. b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats. c. develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures. d. contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems.