We are still riding high with our Rube Goldberg machines. So far, 6 students out of my 32 have made movies of their machines. This project has produced such enthusiasm with my students and has given a boost of confidence to those who have brought in their work. Of course, it may not be in my 'official' curriculum, but encouraging creativity and using technology is!??
One of my young ladies brought in her FlipCam to show the machine she had made with her classmate. It gave us an opportunity to talk about their digital footprint. I complimented them on working together and said that asking permission to film someone is very important. (The past videos were taken with brothers and sisters helping.) When I reminded them that we should always use our best behavior whenever we are on the Internet, they knew why! They knew that everything they do on the Internet will potentially be there forever. Fortunately it sounds like their parents have taught them this lesson. ??
I wanna see ’em! I’m guessing you’ve showed them the OK Go video…
I wish I could share! Their parents haven’t put them on YouTube. I blogged about the beginning of this creativity explosion last week after showing them the OK Go video. It’s been awesome!
I read backwards after posting and saw. That’s so awesome! Do wish you could share, though. *sniff*
Guys – your digital footprint is worth talking about and keep in mind it is much more than what you post, blog and tweet, both yourself and your friends with tags. Have a look at http://www.mydigitalfootprint.com/
Thanks Tony for the link. I’m checking it out now.