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Alternative Voices is a spoken word project I started with my students in 2001. The concept was born out of my desire to revive the dying art form of mix tapes and my realization that the students at the alternative program were scoring very high on the voice in the six-traits scoring guide. Hoping to build on this strength, I decided to create a project that would allow that voice to be heard.
Objective:
Improve writing skills specifically in the use of concrete and specific language, and enhance writing with the use of figurative language and sound devices.
Use technological tools and skills to publish student writing to an authentic audience
Project
Project
Poem
Poem
Your are responsible for writing five poems worth twenty (20) points each for a total of one hundred (100) points.
Sample Poems
You will be graded on the following:
Content
Title
Theme
Details
Language
Sound Devices (Presentation Below)
Figurative Language (Handout)
Spelling & Grammar
Voice
Deadline
Video
Video
You will create a video for one of your poems. The choice of poem will be made in consultation with your teacher.
You can use any video editor that you choose, but I have found that WeVideo is a great web-based tool. You can link to it from your Google Drive by adding the app. Check out the video making tips on the Video page under Tech Tools .
Sample Videos
You will be graded on the following:
Technical Specs
Audio/Video Sync
Audio Quality
Video Quality
Content
Highlighted Poem (Add comments to your poem indicating possible shots for your video) Example
Shooting Schedule
Final Video Quality
Technique
Transitions, SFX, Animation
Technique Quality
Deadline
Poetry Instruction
Poetry Instruction
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