Imitations of Life: Using Digital Filmmaking for Media Literacy and Social-Emotional Learning by Akela Smalls
The Unique Challenges to Social-Emotional Learning in Adolescence Internal-puberty, social cognitive processing External-entertainment, social media, internet
Benefits of teaching digital storytelling Media literacy: critical media consumption Visual literacy Traditional literacy Higher order thinking skills Critical thinking skills Collaboration and leadership skills Building emotional intelligence Increasing sensitivity and empathy
Benefits of teaching digital storytelling cont. Enhancing learning in other subject areas Lessons in character building Exploring ideas of Muslim identity Increasing self awareness and self management Encouraging responsible decision making As a tool for advocacy Artistic expression
Samples of Student Work Anti-Violence PSA Solace: A Short Film The Struggle Beauty: A Short Film Our Community Documentary