Milestone 5: Finalize For Publication
Converting Final Version To Digital Art and Layout
Key Considerations in Creating a Student-Published Book
When creating a published book with students, there are several essential aspects to consider, which can impact the quality and feasibility of the project. Here is a summary of these considerations, articulated in a way that is easy to process for those new to this work.
Device availability: Ensuring that students have access to the necessary devices for creating digital art is crucial. When 1:1 devices are not available, it's essential to find alternative solutions, such as using a combination of student-owned devices and school-provided equipment like Chromebooks, touchscreens, and pens.
App selection: Choose apps that students can learn independently, as there may not be sufficient time during the school day to teach them how to use the tools. Opt for user-friendly and intuitive applications that facilitate the learning process.
Canvas dimensions: To avoid distortion of images by the publisher, it is necessary to determine the appropriate dimensions for each page. This can help prevent issues that occurred in previous years, such as distorted images in the final publication.
Cover design: Identify a person or team to handle the book cover as a standalone task. This ensures that the cover design receives the attention and focus it deserves, resulting in a visually appealing and professional-looking final product.
Transition to the final version: Once all the work is completed, there should be a structured process for shifting to the final version of the project. This includes consolidating all files, ensuring that they are correctly formatted, and submitting them to the publisher for review and printing.
By carefully considering each of these aspects, students can effectively create a published book that showcases their creativity, hard work, and dedication, ultimately resulting in a polished and engaging final product.
Final Steps in Creating a Published Book with Students That Surfaced
In the final publication phase of creating a published comic book with students, there are many critical yet tedious steps that must be undertaken to bring the project to completion. Students are on the brink of crossing the finish line, and it's essential to pay close attention to the little details to ensure a polished and cohesive final product. The following is a summary of the hard work that goes into this final stage.
Refining the content: Writing, rewriting, and refining the words for each page is essential for a polished result. This may involve numerous sessions of sitting with each group to fine-tune the writing on each page and ensure a seamless flow from one page to the next.
Ensuring cohesive flow: Check for consistency among pages and make sure the story makes sense throughout the entire book. This process may involve navigating the work of ten different groups, each responsible for ten pages, and making modifications as needed to maintain a cohesive narrative.
Handling additional tasks: During the final phase, students may discover that they are responsible for other elements of the published book, such as the back cover summary, "Dear Reader" page, student bio page, and a two-page biography of Michel Mockers.
Adjusting to formatting requirements: In this phase, students may need to revise their writing and make adjustments to text panels and images due to specific font size and style requirements (e.g., size 15 with a particular font).
Organizing files: As various systems and working documents are used between educators, students, and outside help, it's essential to coordinate and organize files with the publishing organization, such as A Book By Me.
Documenting the learning journey: Students should create explanations of their work for the educational guide, record audio files explaining their thought process, and craft QR codes for readers to access this additional material.
Audio book narration: Schedule time for Michel Mockers to record the audio book narration and edit these files into QR codes for each page, allowing readers to access the audio version of the story.
By taking the time to meticulously address each of these steps, students will create a published book that reflects their hard work and dedication, resulting in a polished, cohesive, and engaging final product.
Scrum Solution: Utilizing #scrum project board to streamline communication between educators, students, publishing company, and more. Authentic learning makes life easier for all!
This was developed to help coordinate between students, teachers, and the publishing company to create cohesion. Feel free to view it here
In Class Examples Of Accountability and Task Flow
Student Accountabilty From Daily Stand Up
Finalizing a Title
Building connections to Universal Constructs in reflection work
Folder and File Organization
Another Student Accountabilty From Daily Stand Up
Final Submission Of All Documents To Publisher
