Steve Dembo - Telling Your Story

Steve Demo, a former kindergarten teacher, emphasizes the importance of storytelling in schools. He highlights how digital tools like iMovie and Periscope can help share the positive stories happening in classrooms. Steve encourages teachers to recognize the significance of their work and to share students' unique learning journeys with the community. He believes that engaging parents and the community in these stories can help celebrate the achievements within schools.

What is the main reason Steve Demo believes storytelling is important in schools?

• To entertain students

• To increase school funding

• To share the positive and impactful events happening in classrooms

• To improve students' writing skills

Which tools does Steve suggest using for digital storytelling in classrooms?

• Google Docs and Sheets

• Microsoft Word and Excel

• iMovie and Periscope

• Photoshop and Illustrator

According to Steve, what should teachers focus on when sharing classroom stories?

• Stories from other schools

• Only exceptional and unique events

• Everyday classroom activities

• Historical events

What role do students play in their learning journey, according to Steve?

• They are the stars of their own learning journey

• They are passive observers

• They are responsible for teaching others

• They are critics of the teaching methods

Who does Steve believe should judge the significance of classroom stories?

• The community and parents

• The school principal

• Only the teachers

• The government