Google Slide Animation

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Digital Fluency Session 3

Today's session had me thinking about the different ways in which we can utilise the tools in google slides to develop and enhance student creativity.  Many examples were shown, such as Animations, Pick a path stories, Visual Narratives, Presentations, Teaching concepts, quizzes….
I decided to have a go at creating an animation based on the inquiry project my class is currently focusing on - 'Drowning in Plastic'. Here is what I was able to create.


"Creativity Empowers Learning
Digital Technologies Empower Creativity".

Manaiakalani

When children are given the opportunity to create, they are engaged, exploring, communicating.  They're inventing new possibilities, imagining, coming up with innovative ideas.  Student autonomy is evident in the work that they produce, as it's their voice, a window into their thinking that we see.

This session has really made me mindful of ensuring that my students are given the time to explore and create their learning in fascinating and innovative ways.

Comments

  1. TaniaAugust 15, 2018 at 9:31 AM

    Kia ora Gaylene,
    LOVE your animation, you've created a perfect exemplar to share with your tamariki. I look forward to seeing what they create around their inquiry after being inspired by yours! Exploring and creating is such a powerful way to learn. Great reflecting.
    Tania

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