Book talks in the 7th grade Teen Literature class have taken on a new twist with the help of iMovie, a program loaded on the new iPads. This program allows students to create and produce book trailers. The first step in the creation of a book trailer is to select the book to share. Next the students plan out each slide of their trailer, using a media presentation rubric. Once completed, the book trailers will be shared with other students to help them in selecting new books to read.
When asked to give feedback on the new program, these were some of the comments; “It’s cool," “It’s so much more fun than the regular book talk," “I love that we can act in them too," and “I like that we get to be creative with technology."
The iPads have also been a useful tool when learning and practicing new vocabulary words, affixes and roots. With the new iPad carts, each student has the opportunity to access various websites and programs using their own iPad. No matter what the activity, using the iPads is increasing motivation and engagement. Definite thumbs up!
Great job by the students and staff at YMS!!!
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