My Superhero Story

EDLD 5363
11/17/2011

This week, our assignment was to create a video using software like Photostory 3. When I first saw the assignment, I have to admit, I got scared! I am not the biggest fan of manipulating presentation software to make movies, because I've never done it as well as I've seen others do it. However, after I took a second, and told myself that I had no choice, my attitude changed, and I took this as an opportunity to relive some very personal times.

I think what made this process the most difficult was deciding on what to create a movie about. I can talk to you all day about certain topics, but condensing my ideas into a format that would effectively share a story was not as easy as I thought-- and I'm supposed to be the English teacher. After bouncing some ideas around and getting feedback from my partner Shannon, I decided to tell about my journey of becoming a teacher, since I think it's such a cool story.

I looked at model videos and sites for inspiration and tips on creating videos, and I asked people who knew how to create Photostory projects what to do. Within hours, I had my script ready, and some ideas for photographs as well! I took advice from the Digital Storytelling Cookbook and tried to shape my story around an emotional connection that contained a controlling idea or theme. What better theme than being a superhero?

Essentially, creating this digital media presentation gave me a new appreciation for technology. I definitely learned a lot in the few days I spent creating this video. I'm proud of its message and its reflection of the education culture.

I've posted a link below you can use to view it now:
Ekena Wilkins- Superhero Story

Enjoy!