Response to class presentations

I think everyone did an excellent job with their literacy remixes. I noticed some interesting similarities and differences between one another. Some students chose to speak verbally when explaining their literacy, whether speaking before or during the presentation. I think this was very effective drawing the reader into the story with vivid details and explanations. Others let their remix stand as a piece itself by showing a video, letting the reader take their own view on their work. The use of text, images, and mediums varied between such a small class.

Although the imovie was one of the more common presentations, I personally chose this form so I could learn to work with Mac computers. I have little experience with this computer system. This was the first class I was introduced to the iMovie and I had a lot of fun experimenting and teaching myself this new literacy.

When consulting digital presentations, I also agree that we should not be the "tech support" for students. I think as a writer I am equipped to give intelligent comments relative to content, context, audience, format, arrangment, ect. All of these aspects are vital to clearly presenting an effective message. If I really felt I could not help a student with a digital presentation, I would try my best to find another consultant who could.

I feel like we didn't get a chance to talk much about Katie and Scott's presentation. I am always a bit nervous when it comes to class presentations and I think you both did an excellent job.

I wanted to say a few comments for you guys: I could tell throughout the presentation you had a genuine passion for working and helping ESL writers. Your presentation was very detailed and clear giving great explanations of exactly what to do when consulting with an ESL student. These are very important skills for anyone working in our Writing Center. I also liked that you provided examples from your own work with ESL students. Your powerpoint was also visually appealing.