unleash the potential of smartphones with project-based assessments

Unleash the Potential of Smartphones with Project-based Assessments

Unleash the Potential of Smartphones with Project-based AssessmentsErik Christensen

Got Smartphone, Tablet, or Laptop?Please have it ready to use!

1ET4Online 201304/09/2013Can You Keep Up With Your Students?

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You Cannot Ignore Mobile Devices!Today the number of mobile devices exceeds global population. It is expected to triple in the next three years!

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eMarketer, Aug 2012College Student Smartphone Ownership

Short multimedia presentation that contains some combination of: text images audio videoAllows for reflectionThe process is as important as the product

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Project-based AssessmentStudents are happyGet to use their Smartphone for classSee relevance for what they are learningEmpowered to demonstrate creativityInstructor is happyStudents are more engaged in the materialMUCH more enjoyable to gradeDevelops an inventory of reusable objects

In My ClassesGeneral PhysicsTerm ProjectExtra CreditAstronomyExtra CreditFYE SeminarFinal Exam

Students can choose which project type best matches their learning style.InfographicPhotoVoiceFive-Photo StoryOne-Minute VideoThree-Minute Podcast

InfographicPhotoVoiceFive-Photo StoryOne-Minute VideoThree-Minute Podcast

Infographic = Information GraphicA graphic visual representation of information, data, or knowledge that presents complex information quickly and clearlyThey are everywhere!

What is an Infographic?Types of InfographicsStatistical Numerical data and statistics compared to each otherTimeline Data and statistics compared to a period of timeProcess Data and statistics compared to aworkflowLocation Data and statistics compared to geography

Often use a combination of these Core Elements of an InfographicVisualColor codingGraphicsReference icons ContentTime frames Statistics References KnowledgeFacts Deductions

Whats Needed

ororMy AssignmentPick a topic from the chapter (textbook) and illustrate it with an infographic. Write a 500-word essay discussing the issue you selected and what you learned constructing this infographic.

My Assignment

Useful ReferencesFive Incredible Tools to Create InfographicsI Came, I Saw, I Learned PowerPoint: Create an Infographic Easelly Piktochart InfogramCreately Visual.ly


What is a PhotoVoice?

Picture + ParagraphParticipatory PhotographyA methodology for marginalized community members share their words and photographs as a way to reach decision-makers and implement positive change in their home communities.

Historically used as a tool for social activismOur Vision: a world in which no one is denied the opportunity to speak out and be heard.Our Mission is to build skills within disadvantaged and marginalized communities using innovative participatory photography and digital storytelling methods to achieve positive social change.

www.photovoice.org

Whats Needed

ororPhotoVoice = Picture + ParagraphTake a picture of something that is part of your everyday life that relates to the chapter we are studying.Write a one paragraph caption explaining the concept.Post one slide with the photo and paragraph on the class online discussion board.

My AssignmentExamples

Useful ReferencesSlideshare Picasa Flash Slideshow Maker Sound SlidesYouTubeFlickrInfographicPhotoVoiceFive-Photo StoryOne-Minute VideoThree-Minute Podcast

What is a Five-Photo Story?

Tell a story in 5 frames (Visual story telling)Creating and tell a story through visual means (five photos) with only a title to help guide the interpretation. Creating a story in five frames is not easy. Very easy to create a flickr set

Whats Needed

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My AssignmentUsing just five photos, illustrate a common issue related to first-year students. No text, other than a title is allowed. Post to a Flickr set.Write a 500-word essay discussing the issue selected and why you chose each photo. My AssignmentClear your mind, focus, forget your problems, and nothing will stand in your way

http://forum.baby-gaga.com/about858688.htmlhttp://faculty.stcc.edu/nash/A+%20for%20tutor%20page.jpghttp://www.hoffmaneducation.com/sat/applying-for-sat-and-act-testing-accommodations-part-1/http://www.hercampus.com/life/academics/hardest-college-classes-countryWorks CitedUseful ReferencesStory in Five PhotosTell a Story in Five FramesFlickr Help with Sets and Collections


Very short video covering one topicEasiest to just post to YouTube or Vimeo

What is a One-Minute Video?The One Minutes (TOM) is a brand name for moving images that last exactly one minute. The One Minutes, launched in 1998 in the Netherlands, has developed into a global network with makers from 100 countries and an archive of 10,000 video works that are shown internationally on many podia.

http://www.theoneminutes.org/

1 Minute Vimeo Project GroupThis project aims to study the forgotten moments and times in life that we often pass by without acknowledging.The rules:Video must be exactly one minute longNo camera movement (no panning, tilting, etc)No editing whatsoeverUse original soundTag with '1 minuteHave fun!

http://vimeo.com/groups/1minute

Acceleration - 1 Minute Video

http://vimeo.com/55299896

Whats Needed

My AssignmentCreate a one-minute video covering one aspect of this course (or chapter) that you found most interesting. Your goal is to teach that topic in one minute! Write a 500-word essay explaining the concept, your video, and how you plan to use this concept in the future.Procrastinationhttp://youtu.be/g9KrIiSzSG8

Useful ResourcesYouTubeVimeoInfographicPhotoVoiceFive-Photo StoryOne-Minute VideoThree-Minute Podcast

What is a Three-Minute Podcast?Podcast = iPod + broadcastCan play on any computer or MP3 PlayerImpose a three-minute limit

Whats Needed

http://n.pr/ZG2ilO

How I use audio and video

How to get to my office videoWhats due this week audiohttp://bit.ly/16pbxMqhttp://youtu.be/QUrJ5bPK1rQ

My AssignmentCreate a three-minute podcast covering one aspect of this course (or chapter) that you found most interesting. Your goal is to teach that topic in three minutes! Write a 500-word essay explaining the concept, your podcast, and how you plan to use this concept in the future.

Useful ResourcesAudiobooAudacityProject-based Assessment OptionsReplace an examAugment an examProject AssignmentExtra Credit

Don't limit a child to your own learning, for he was born in another time.

- Rabindranath Tagore

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