3 things I learned:
When I think of writing, I think of just that – writing with a pen and paper. It hadn’t really occurred to me that writing can be in forms of pictures, sketches, videos, audio, websites, etc.
I became aware that the teaching of excellence in writing means adding language to what already exists, not subtracting language. At times I used to think when we were taught things different or wrong we needed to completely erase our imperfections. That isn’t the case.
How much a writer has access to wide, diverse experiences and means of communication creates predispositions and skills for an audience.
2 things I found interesting:
I find it interesting that the NCTE finds it important for writers to not only be able to write well, but to be able to think about the physical design of the text, the thematic content, the integration of sound with a reading experience, and the medium that is appropriate for the audience or message. Growing up, I was never encouraged to consider thinking about those factors.
I also think it is interesting that NCTE believes teachers need to understand many technology sources in order to be excellent at teaching composition. It seems that many older, experienced teachers are afraid to step into the multi media and technology world.
1 question I have:
Due to the NCTE pushing for technology in the classrooms and at home, what do you do for the students that don’t have internet access at home?
Related Source:
I chose this video because it is about a teacher that was scared to open up to technology. However, after the teacher did let technology in, the teacher was amazed by the possibilities.
Reference:
Old dogs, new tricks. (2009, June 14). Retrieved from http://www.viddler.com/explore/geekula/videos/2/
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