Vicki Davis - Reinventing Writing

The video discusses the importance of reinventing writing in education, emphasizing transliteracy, global collaboration, and the significance of audience in student writing. It highlights the need for students to develop digital portfolios and global competencies. The speaker shares personal experiences and strategies for innovation in teaching, encouraging educators to set achievable goals and continuously improve their methods.

What is the primary focus of transliteracy in education?

• Teaching students to write essays

• Incorporating digital tools in writing

• Focusing on grammar and punctuation

• Reading comprehension skills

Why is having an audience important for students' writing?

• It encourages more meaningful writing

• It helps them write longer essays

• It improves their spelling skills

• It reduces the need for feedback

How can teachers provide effective feedback to students?

• By using only written comments

• By using voice feedback

• By avoiding feedback altogether

• By focusing on grammar corrections

What is a key benefit of digital portfolios for students?

• They are only useful for teachers

• They provide a platform for audience engagement

• They focus on traditional writing methods

• They reduce the need for writing

What does global competency enable students to do?

• Avoid using digital tools

• Focus solely on local issues

• Write essays in multiple languages

• Understand and relate to different cultures

What is the 'big three' approach in teaching?

• Focusing on three subjects only

• Implementing three new ideas at a time

• Teaching three classes per day

• Using three types of technology

What is an example of a tool used in a makerspace?

• A chalkboard

• A whiteboard

• A typewriter

• A vinyl cutter