1. Incorporating L2 Learning Principles into Teaching ApproachesThrough Digital Storytelling Elena Poltavtchenko Northern Arizona University Elizabeth Iannotti LaGuardia Community College
46. DS and L2 learning principles (cont’d) Reported activities in DS projects Instruction is customized for each learner. Activities are designed and sequenced to promote autonomy Learning occurs through manageable yet challenging tasks; learners choose the topics and sometimes partners Associated L2 learning principles Learner-centered classrooms, scaffolding, gradual development of autonomy Increased sense of control of one’s project and learning; enjoyment, motivation
55. Break the project into stages, each with its own grade• Include project reviews in the timeline; intervene when project is off-track. • Stress creativity, effort, and unity of text, image, and transition. • Start with low stakes, fun, fluency-based storytelling activities. • Use a story map and storyboard; these are fun and helpful. • Provide links to open resources (to prevent copyright infringement). • Talk to relevant people at school for multimedia support. Celebrate with a film festival and popcorn!