The Road She Traveled
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These students seemed really to enjoy the interviews of the women from their own communities. If you watch the 'commencement ceremory' and listen to the students express what the podcasts meant to them; its impressive. The students are able to connect their own personal lives to these women they interview. Many of the students, even the boys, thank the women for giving them the courage to pursue their dreams just by telling their story. The characteristics from "This We Believe" are ALL of the culture and community characteristics. This project involved their community by honoring women that make a difference while learnig so much. One characteristic that I believe this project displayed was "Every student's academic and personal development is guided by an adult advocate.". These students' academic and personal lives were changed and improved through the interviewing of these women. The women interviewed may not have realize but after listening to the students comments I see how much was gained from the project. Several other characteristics from the curriculum and instruction were also apparent from this podcast. One big one is making the curriculum.....RELEVENT. I loved this podcast and loved hearing the student speak on how the projects impacted their lives. ENJOY!!!!
We all know that we rather DO then hear, write, or hear and write! It's just a fact of life, it's all about hands on and doing.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this video, what an amazing feeling it must have been to watch these students comments and know it was because you just sat thru an interview. Great post, Candice.
This my favorite find. I really enjoy this podcast and was surprised at how well the students responded. I would think the students may have been amazed at all the knowledge in their own communities and how well they relate to some of the older generation. Even the boys in the group have a connection and found meaning from what was been shared. I believe the students were genuinely interested and enjoyed the experience.
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