Journal 10

Shein, Esther. "Making History." T.H.E. Journal 10 2008 2 Nov 2008 http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23394

This is an article about a teacher in Pennsylvania who had their students make a podcast on actual World War II events. This was a collaborative project where students chose an event from WWII. Each student had a specific role. Whether, it was the desk reporter, witness or field reporter. They had to brainstorm and come up with interviews. Next, they prepared a script and then they recorded them on an MP3. They used Audicity to save their MP3 files that ranged from 6 to 10 minutes. The article started talking about when she had students try to do a project where they tried run their own business. Her students didn't like it and neither did she. This was a good article that talked about using technology and collaboration to learn about history and business.

1. How can I do something like this in my classroom?
I can use it in my classroom the same way these teachers did. I need to give my students the tools and knowledge to be successful in a lesson like this and all lessons while teaching. This is just another tool I can use. I like it because I think students can get a better understanding of what I am teaching.

2. Can I use this in an elementary setting?
I believe I can use this with younger students. It will be different, but not too much different. I will probably have to take more time on showing the students how to use these tools. The lessons would have to be simpler, but I will need to follow the same rules as if I was teaching older students.