Saturday, November 14, 2009

Powerpoint Help!

I am trying to email my powerpoint to Dr. Bowden but because of the pictures it will not send. I have divided it into even single slides but the pictures still will not go. Any Suggestions?????

Monday, November 2, 2009

NCATE/Project Reflections


As I reflect back on the first week of September, I am amazed at not only how far my class has come but also how much I have learn about my class and grown as a teacher. At first I was impressed how they excepted the challenge to see this project through from the beginning to the end. The students made suggestions and gave solutions to all issues throughout the project. (indicators #1) Each student played an important role in the making of the "movie" as they put their own special touch in making it successful. (indicators #2, 3, 4, 5) I observed the whole way through the project how excited the students were about "their project". (indicator #6) It not only promoted reading but also technology, communication, and problem solving skills. (indicators #7, 9) The project also promoted community, parental, and professional involvement because we all had to come together as a team to "pull it off." (indicator #10) Last of all, this was a great way to assess the students growth in all content areas, as well as their personal growth in self-esteem. (indicator #8)

Thursday, October 29, 2009

"My Movie Journal"















I posted a few of the students' journals so that you can see how the project is going from their point of view. Some days are better than others. For the most part, all the students seem to be excited about the whole process. They cannot wait until next week when they finally start to record the movie.

Thursday, October 22, 2009


The students started working on the setting for the scenes. They worked together with every aspect of the process. I am so proud how much the students have grown in this project. It is amazing how enthusiastic the class has been throughout the making of the movie.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

After returning from our Fall Intersession, the class discussed the costumes that they made and bought for the movie. They shared the ideas that they came up with over the break. On Monday and Tuesday, each group finished brainstorming for ideas for their scenes. I am so proud of all the work that they have put into this project.