As technology creeps into schools, many students are more aware of its newest functions than teachers are. Multiple intelligence theory upholds much of what most of us already know - we all have strengths and weaknesses in the ways we learn. Knowing this, we should be sure to give students more choice in how they complete and present projects and assignments.
Does a persuasive essay require it to be written? Why not a video, podcast or blog? Science labs could be done on PowerPoint and show more visual detail. The apparatus could be a digitally labeled picture and the procedure could actually be recorded. It would definitely be easier to repeat an experiment using the applications above then it would be if done on paper.
In order to allow more choice, teachers must be clear in the way they will assess the project. It is important that the process is assessed on an ongoing basis as well as the final product. Students need to be aware of the assessment categories - this can be done easily using rubrics (see here for a free rubric building site).
In my opinion, more choice leads to increased student motivation and, in the end, projects that are more meaningful to the student.
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