Multimedia
and Multiliteracies in the Primary School: Linking Theory and Practice
Through using film with children a previous concern that these
activities may be time consuming to set up was answered, I recognised how easy
film can be implemented and carried out and the equipment was straight forward
to use as we learnt alongside the children to correct any mistakes such as
background noise affecting scenes. However I did find the process of editing our
film time consuming, I wonder if the children’s true appreciation of film is
lost when teacher’s edit the films for the children? Are we missing an
opportunity to extend children’s knowledge of ICT in an exciting and motivating
context (Allan et al, 2012)? However on the other hand, how realistic is it to expect
children to be able to engage in this process as we found ourselves it is very
time consuming and can be tricky to get to grips with it is likely children
would need support and extended time to engage with all sources and create a
satisfying outcome (Wyse and Jones, 2008: 243).
Overall the outcome of filming
and editing the videos was effective and even for us as teachers we were proud
of the outcome, therefore as discussed in previous blogs this context for
learning can be really motivating for the children.
Allen, J. Potter, J. Sharp, J. Turvey, K. (2012) Primary ICT knowledge, Understanding and
Practice London:Sage Learning Matters (Chapter 11 Digital Video)
Wyse, D. & Jones, R. (2008) Teaching English, Language and Literacy Second Edition Abingdon:
Routledge
I question if other children of a similar age would have this knowledge as I think it could be due to having a specialist media teacher and being familiar with the editing process .
ReplyDeleteI agree the editing software was difficult to use at times and was time consuming so to overcome this I would use an editing software package with the children which offered a limited number of editing techniques and gradually introduce more as their knowledge and skills develop .
I agree, I think the vast majority of support and equipment in this school may put them at an advantage. This process may not be as smooth to carry out in a school where filming equipment is rarely used. Which may pose further challenges for us as Newly qualified teachers.
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