OC for SS After Party // The Power of Media Live Discussion // 08-04-2021

The Power of Media Live Discussion highlighted the importance of helping students navigate the digital landscape so they can be civically engaged and contribute to conversations. What was your biggest takeaway after watching The Power of Media session? Post your thoughts and questions in the comments below. 

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  • I liked Jim's and Jessica's statements about it being ok that we don't know everything. We need to emphasize that more in teacher-prep programs, in our districts, schools, and our own classrooms. We also…

  • Having done journalism with students, and vlog projects, the one thing that stands out the most is the incredible opportunities that appear out of nowhere.  Yes, opportunities to teach, not "problems" or…

  • Reminded me that audio sources are powerful.  The pictures kids have in their minds are based on their experiences, so with some exceptions of course, you are not overpowering their senses.  As they learn…

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  • Having done journalism with students, and vlog projects, the one thing that stands out the most is the incredible opportunities that appear out of nowhere.  Yes, opportunities to teach, not "problems" or "issues."  Failing forward is a concept inherent  with big projects.  The proof that these type of projects work was clear in the way our presenters described their experiences.  Jessica and Jim were awesome, and our moderator was superb.

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  • Having done journalism with students, and vlog projects, the one thing that stands out the most is the incredible opportunities that appear out of nowhere.  Yes, opportunities to teach, not "problems" or "issues."  Failing forward is a concept inherent  with big projects.  The proof that these type of projects work was clear in the way our presenters described their experiences.  Jessica and Jim were awesome, and our moderator was superb.

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