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It drives me crazy when my students use "i" instead of "I" in their writing! With my sixth graders, I often explain to them about when it's appropriate to use "text lingo" and when it's necessary to use correct grammar. I attended an Area 3 Writing Project workshop a few years ago regarding blogs in the classroom where the instructor explained that students needed authentic writing opportunities. Students know that they should use a capital "I" in their writing, but if it's only the teacher who reads their work, what's the point? Therefore, I think using blogs or other media outlets allows students to take ownership of their writing. Since others have the ability to see their work, my students want to make sure that their writing makes sense.
Ohler also claimed that use of media production is an extremely effective way for students to participate in writing activities. The author explains that digital storytelling combines digital, art, oral and writing (DAOW) for literacy development. I think his thoughts about the value of W (the W of DAOW) are extremely significant because despite new technology development, students must be able to think and write critically. Using DST is an effective tool to get students to write (with a definite purpose and audience in mind) first, before utilizing technology.
Ohler also claimed that use of media production is an extremely effective way for students to participate in writing activities. The author explains that digital storytelling combines digital, art, oral and writing (DAOW) for literacy development. I think his thoughts about the value of W (the W of DAOW) are extremely significant because despite new technology development, students must be able to think and write critically. Using DST is an effective tool to get students to write (with a definite purpose and audience in mind) first, before utilizing technology.
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