TxDLA+2010

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March 26, 2010
Schedule

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=“Reel” Learning in Virtual Worlds =

**Session Description:**
Educators entering virtual worlds instinctively understand the potential of these unique spaces but are still grappling with with the question of how to best use it.

At the Elisabeth Morrow School, before we adopt any new technology, we ALWAYS ask ourselves: The Elisabeth Morrow School in NJ initially adopted virtual world technology (Teen Second Life and Quest Atlantis) because we perceived it as a unique & engaging tool for building visual & media literacy skills. However, once the program was in place, it quickly became clear that the learning taking place in this space far outreached our initial expectations.
 * Why are we using this technology?
 * What does it allow us to do better?
 * What does it allow us to do that we have never done before?

Come see how machinima in Second Life (creating video using 3D virtual worlds) holds real potential for developing several 21st century media literacy skills as well as proficiencies in communication, collaboration, creativity, and problem solving. See examples how learning is addressed. Participate first hand in a machinma project designed for the Texas Distance Learning Association.

=GOAL =


 * Overview of what machinima brings to the classroom
 * Hands-on practice creating machinima
 * Have fun & spark your imaginations

=PREPARE to PLAY =

To watch videos in Second Life, you need the latest version of QuickTime (free)

To capture video, you need to download Jing

=PART ONE - Watch & Absorb =

=Rationale=

1. No Future Left Behind (View Responses)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kra_z9vMnHo

> Additional Information on Rationale <
=What is Machinima?=

2. What is Machinima? (Contracted)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n17uJJJgods

=Behind the Scenes=

3. ToMorrow Island First Day Dance (Play)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2s8GgmFZ7Uo

4. Political Commercials for Greek Gods (Assignment)
//Scenario: 12 gods sit on Mt. Olympus, but one must go in order to avoid having any tied votes. Commercials will either support a god staying on Mt Olympus or call for their removal.//
 * Collaborative Asynchronous Project Between 6th & 8th Graders**

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5. Virtual Worlds (Assignment)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hhUF1EmEUc

6. How to Perfect Your Look (Assignment)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=389Y8tOubjk

7. Fantage Tutorial (Independent)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxbmPTO4yJg

@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oefgoqgo0yQ

@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0kZH06TChyc

10. Sample Commercial (Independent)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iwf8rQGOH7E

11. Fan Tribute - Glee (Independent)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8_K2KPJquM

12. Quest Atlantis (Play)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPI_pWOvJ9c

13. Flash Online Games (Assignment)
@http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMvgOfuMb3s

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= Student Work =

ToMorrow Island
YouTube: [] Wiki: http://tomorrowisland.wikispaces.com

Greek God Project
2010: http://emsgreekgods.wikispaces.com (Work in Progress) 2009: @http://thedogatemyhomework.pbworks.com/Overview

= = =PART TWO - Play & Learn =

Create a video introduction of a colleague (short & sweet) and upload the film.

 * Introduce yourself in Second Life
 * Reveal yourself in Real Life (If you don't feel comfortable giving your name, share your state and job description)
 * Why are you here at the TsDLA Second Life Conference?

Sample
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3 Quick Tutorials:
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 * Quick Demo on how to navigate your Second Life Camera**

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 * Quick Demo on how to use Jing**

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 * Quick Demon on how to upload Jing files**

Capture Video
Click Here for Free Download KCmachinima@gmail.com play&learn

Upload Video
KCmachinima@gmail.com play&learn

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