Bonnie Kaplan - Eye on Teaching

The transcript details a teacher's journey from traditional teaching methods to integrating digital storytelling and video into education. Initially focused on word processing, the teacher was inspired by a digital storytelling conference, leading to the adoption of video technology in professional development and classroom documentation. This approach allowed for sharing best practices and reflecting on teaching methods.

What was the primary use of technology in the teacher's early career?

• Video editing

• Word processing

• Creating digital stories

• Online teaching

What inspired the teacher to explore digital storytelling?

• A colleague's recommendation

• A book on multimedia

• A conference presentation

• A workshop on video editing

What elements did the teacher find compelling in digital storytelling?

• Live performances

• Animations and sound effects

• Music, voiceover, photos, and video

• Text and graphics

How did the teacher use video in professional development?

• To create promotional content

• To document and share teaching practices

• To replace traditional teaching methods

• To entertain students

What was the purpose of sharing videos with administrators?

• To replace written reports

• To entertain the board

• To showcase best practices

• To evaluate teacher performance