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For my mini-project, I really wanted the opportunity to learn how to use the features of imovie. Rather than complete the same project as my students (since I'm tired Macbeth), I figured I could make an imovie on a different topic-- but still use the same tools that my students have to use. Given that I have tons of pictures of videos of my two dogs, I decided to tell the story of what happened when Clyde (my older dog) met Spencer (my new puppy). It makes for a great story, too!
 * Mini-Project**[|**Macbeth Final Project Rubric.doc**]

Literacies: Skills:
 * Technology literacy-- Learning to use the features of imovie
 * Visual literacy-- Conveying a story through pictures and video
 * Writing-- Creative writing of a story following the story structure
 * Organization-- Effectively putting together the story in a way that is logical; creating smooth transitions between pieces of the story
 * Technology-- Editing video clips, inserting pictures, recording sound, etc.
 * Presentation-- Making sure that the project clearly conveys the story to the audience; speaking in front of an audience to explain the work
 * Interpersonal-- Collaborating with others to complete the task

For my application project, I'm going to have my 12GP Inclusion class use iMovie to create a modernized version of Macbeth. After I shared the ToonDoo and Glog with them, they really wanted to create their own. I figured this would be the same idea, just more involved.
 * Application Project**

While the storyline will essentially be the same in terms of structure, their stories will be original, modern parallels (i.e. McDonald's employee wants to get to the head of the company). Students will have to create parallels for plot, characters, character traits, conflict, theme, and other aspects of the play. In order to create a modernized scenario that works and is accurate, they'll need to have a clear understanding of all of those important elements in the play.

I was planning with my co-teacher, who knows more about iMovie than I do, and we are going to use a combination of images, video, voice-over, and music. We're also going to have our technology coach come in to help! It's going to be a lot, but we have tons of extra time in that course-- and I think the kids will have fun with it!

I made an assignment sheet and rubric, so I'll bring those to class!