Summary by: Katherine Eastham
The Article "Smile! Digital Cameras Can Make Your Day" was about how digital cameras have many uses in the classroom. A few being that they offer more opportunities for students to engage more, and they allow you to incorporate technology in the curriculum. A Roanoke teacher said," Kids love to take photographs, and with digital pictures they don't have to wait to have film developed". She also made a good point that with digital pictures you don't have to spend money on film. Another good thing about digital pictures that the article talked about was the fact that not everyone can draw well and digital pictures gives all students the chance to be creative. The article also mentions that another great thing is that it can be used to take pictures and post them on a school website, which the children's parents and relatives can look at and it allows that parents to be apart of their child's day. As with every thing in life though digital photography does has its down sides which include the risk of damaging the equipment. Digital Cameras are cheaper than they once were but are still quite expensive so you have to make sure you talk to your students about proper care and explain what is and is not appropriate to take pictures of. And finally there is the issue of privacy. You need to be aware of your schools policies before publishing any photos. Lori Miller, a teacher at an Elementary school in Georgia said" It is most important to remember that it is not all about taking pictures, it is about using the camera as a tool to help explore subject".
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I like the quote that you used from one of the teachers that students love to take photographs. I feel that is very true and they don't like to sit around and wait for anything. Digital pictures are right there for them to see and watch them being printed.
Your article brings up great points. Digitial photography is easy and the students don't have to wait until the film gets developed to see the final product. Also, the idea of posting pictures to the school website is a great way to allow parents to see a little bit of what happend in the classroom.
Good job group six! Your article was short and sweet! it brought up great points about how photography can help in the teaching and learning process. along with melissa, i enjoyed how you brought up the fact that parents can get involved with their children by accessing photos from class online.
I agree with the article that kids love to take pictures. My kids are always asking to use the digital camera. I can't seem to upload the pics out of it fast enough before the memory gets full. The instant gratification of a digital camera is in line with the "I need it yesterday" pace of our world.
Your summary brings up some useful suggestions. I like how where the article states not all students can draw well, but with the click of a button all students can be creative. Also I think its great that parents can get involved in there students schoolwork as well.
Your article was very "to the point." I loved the fact that, it is true that not all kids can draw all that well, so whats the solution? Cameras. Good job, good article.
Great job, group 6! I really like how you guys brought up the points about how teachers can use photography and how school websites can be used to let parents see what's going on in their child's classroom. The additional thoughts from the other group members was fun, too :0)
Short and sweet ! You also picked the same article that my group did. So i agree with practically all your points!
This was put together so nicely! And its right what students doesnt love to take pictures!!! Such a great way to incorperate the students in thier learning!!
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