Going+West

I wanted to try an animation, because I had never done one before. The challenges I faced were to put life into animation. Writing the script in 30 seconds was a challenge, but I have written scripts for plays before this activity. I also had to think through the camera shots.

The bubbl.us mindmap shows the activities and steps I will need to take to implement the Going West IMP. I found this tool extremely helpful in planning the project step-by-step. As I created this mind map, I definitely revised my plans along the way and made changes as I went. One bubble would lead me to another. I think this tool would be great for many age levels.



The VoiceThread I created will be used to teach students about VoiceThread, as well as to give background on Conestoga Wagons. I enjoyed this site, and I think I will be using it personally and professionally. I tried to write the script carefully, but I did find I needed to make revisions after I heard the playback. Speaking slowly and clearly is difficult when recording audio.