ERIC Number: EJ1098343
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 9
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Exploring the Impact of Critical Reflection through the Use of Service-Learning and Digital Storytelling
Daniels, Kisha
Journal on School Educational Technology, v9 n1 p1-9 Jun-Aug 2013
In an ongoing effort to address the needs of 21st century teachers, a service-learning project was designed which coupled structured reflection and technology. The reflective practitioner model through the use of traditional methods coursework has long been viewed as the most appropriate model for the development of teachers (Hall, 2012). However, deep reflection is difficult for most pre-service teachers, and is often viewed as assignments that need to be completed in order to successfully complete a course, instead of being viewed as a powerful learning tool that can be used to empower and engage in their own development (Stenberg, 2010). One way of evidencing this reflection and deep learning is through the creation of digital stories (Barrett, 2006). This case study presents the application and outcomes of a service-learning project between an urban university and an elementary school in which pre-service teachers utilized digital storytelling as a method for critical reflection and application of content methodology. The focus on the pre-service teacher's understanding of content skills, reflective inquiry and enhanced technology skills also supports the National Educational Technology Standards.
Descriptors: Reflection, Story Telling, Service Learning, Preservice Teachers, Community Involvement, Standards, Teacher Education Programs, Teacher Education, Technology Integration, Case Studies, Educational Technology, Partnerships in Education, School Community Relationship, Academic Achievement, Disadvantaged Schools, Educationally Disadvantaged, Minority Group Children, College Faculty, Teaching Methods, Technology Uses in Education, Montessori Schools, Elementary School Students, Technological Literacy, Urban Universities, Methods Courses
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education; Elementary Education
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Language: English
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