Visual Storytelling by Ronald Osgood and Joseph Hinshaw

Summary for Chapters 8 & 9

Intelligence Reframed by Howard Gardner

Summary Ch 10, 11 & 12

Exploring Visual Storytelling

Chapter 7-9 Summary

Intelligence Reframed by Howard Gardner (Summary Ch 7,8 & 9)

"Project SUMIT" (Schools Using Multiple Intelligence Theory)

This was a 3-year national investigation of schools using MI theory. The SUMIT theory had 6 main topics to cover the implementation of MI in schools; Readiness, Culture, Collaboration, Choice, Tool and Arts.

Readiness - promote the awareness of what MI is and how it can be used properly in the schools.

Culture - MI practices are most likely to emerge in settings that support diverse learners and encourage steady, hard work.

Collaboration - opportunities for formal and informal exchages.

Choice - the school should offer meaningful options for curriculum as well as for assessment of student growth and learning.

Tool - MI should be used as a means of fostering high-quality student work.

Arts - a program rich in the arts should assume a significant role in the school.




At this time I still feel that Gardner cannot prove the Multiple Intelligences in a person but his theories have been used to improve the way teachers teach. Use these intelligences help' promote different ways students learn.

My First Commercial

I had a hard time getting the video uploaded to Viddle.  From home it was showing 1 1/2 hours and when I left it to upload it still didn't work.  When I uploaded at work it took less than 10 minutes.  I also had a problem with recording the narriation.  Adobe Premier did not work so I had to record it with another program and import the clip.

Green Screen Project

I was able to create the footage for the background of the green screen by getting on my bike and putting the video camera on my shoulder, shooting behind me.  Surprisingly the ride was very smooth and I think that the film is steady.

Multiple Intelligences Assessment

I found this link to a multiple Intelligences assessment. I found it very interesting and fun to see where I fit into the 9 different Intelligences. Here is the link so you can take the assessment. Please share your results. http://literacyworks.org/mi/assessment/findyourstrengths.html

Link to my results ...

New Video - Created by Donna Simiele

This video was compiled from clips collected at the Lockport Relay for Life that was held last month. I found this event very moving and I hope I portrayed that same feeling in the video.

On the editing end of the project I realized how much time goes into a project like this and can see why it cost so much to produce a 3 minute commercial. I did see a few mistakes that need to be adjusted in my next production but please enjoy the video.

Summary of Chapters 5 & 6 - Visual Storytelling

I should have read these two chapters before recording my Relay for Live video.
Chapter 5 Composition and Chapter 6Audio in the field

Summary of Chapters 5 & 6 - Exploring Visual Storytelling

These summaries reference "Plots" and "Time and Space".

Intelligence Reframed by Howard Gardner (Summary)

Chapters 4, 5, and 6

The introduction of three new possible intelligences.

Movie Critique: Remember Me Written by Allen Coulter

Many shot techniques were used in making this movie. One of his most dynamic shots is the use of an extreme wide angle. Some of the other shots Coulter uses in the movie are low angel, close-up, two person, over the shoulder and a set of window shots. Some window shots are from the outside looking in and others are the inside looking out. Coulter often uses the rules of threes; with characters and occurrences of events.

I watched this movie twice and found significant details that I missed. One thing I noticed is that the movie ended with the same scene as the movie started but with different context. I would highly recommend this movie to anyone over the age of 13. My children actually sat through the movie after missing the first half hour. After the movie was over they had me go back and so they could watch the beginning. They are 11 and 12 years old.

Intelligence Reframed by Howard Gardner (Summary)

I have found a wonderful web site that breaks down Howard Gardner's original seven intelligences.  Click here to view the site.  The web site features a Dr. Thomas Armstrong, Ph. D.  a author (14 books) and public speaker.  I have listed the seven definitions below.

• Linguistic intelligence ("word smart")
• Logical-mathematical intelligence ("number/reasoning smart")
• Spatial intelligence ("picture smart")
• Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence ("body smart")
• Musical intelligence ("music smart")
• Interpersonal intelligence ("people smart")
• Intrapersonal intelligence ("self smart")
• Naturalist intelligence ("nature smart")

Exploring Visual Storytelling Chapters 3 & 4

Chapters 3 and 4 spent a lot of time forming the definition of characters and there importance.  One of the main viewpoints would be that without a main character you would not have a story.

Visual Storytelling Chapters 3 & 4 (Summary Video)

Like software video making has it's transitional phases.  Right now we are moving from a analog world to a digital environment.  With both types of camera equipment being used you may find yourself with editing dilemmas especially when trying to edit both formats into the same production. 

"Move" by Mark Osborn (Summary Video)

 

The "Move" video uses a cinematic technique called Cliaroscuro.  This technique  uses dark back lighting to make bold contrasts affecting the composition.

Poetry in Motion Project

I don't know why the video did not fill the place holder.   I guess I still have a lot to learn about using iMovie.  When I run the file using the QuickTime Player it fills the entire place holder.  Does anyone have a suggestion?

I had a lot of fun building the structure of the movie and applying the music to the final product.  I did notice that the quality of the file is lost when compressed for web use.

Summary of Chapters 1 & 2 - Exploring Visual Storytelling

 

  

What kind of emotions are these two characters feeling?  

Can you imagine what they are talking about?

Summary for Chapters 1 & 2 for Digital Storytelling Book

As my first post created in Viddler I feel it went well.  I need to work on lighting a camera position but that will come with practice. 

Triangle of Quality in Production:

Rules to Creating a Blog

I know many people have a fear of Blogging and what to do first.  Take that leap of faith and get started by setting up your Blogger account at Blogger.com.  Blogging can be used for many forms of communication from personal and commercial use.  In your personal life you can communicate up and coming activities and memorable events with videos, links and pictures.  In the business world you can use a Blob to advertise your product or service at either no cost or low cost.

“Blogging, like exercise, gets easier with practice” says Jeff Atwood. I am going to set aside a specific time every couple of days to sit down and update my blog just like I have a specific times and dates I workout.  

 Blogging Tips From an Expert Blogger by Paul Richloysky and Jim Kukral

“Perfectionism kills good habits” says Chris Brogan.  I am very self-conscious and strive for perfection.  Chris Brogan suggests a scratch blog but I am typing everything into a word processor first and then I will copy and paste my information into the Blog.  Once I become more familiar ...