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3. Take pictures related to whatever topic you’re studying. Display the pictures and have
students write journal articles or short stories about them. The pictures provide a good visual
prompt for creative writing.
4. Creating slideshows, digital storytelling (adding text, audio, photo) to create a lively
presentation.
5. Students use photos or videos for step by step directions/instructions.
6. Students take photos of events and make a calendar of memories. (end of year
video/slideshow)
7. Students take photos or videos to explain a hobby, collection, weather and seasons etc.
8. Create video thank you messages.
9. Capture interviews with video.
10. Have students record their “sales pitch” for advertising on video.
11. Use photographs or video for conflict resolution role playing.
12. Have them create selfies that incorporate layers of images that describe and express
students’ individuality. Next … Have students write essays about their portraits.
13. Take photos during a field trip or science experiment, then have students put them in
order and add captions to create a record and help students retell the event.
14. Invite students to decorate their classroom using their own classroom photos and
encourage students to create motivational posters, by adding texts to their photos.
15. Creating a digital comic book, adding speech bubbles to their photos.
As students are being constantly visually stimulated, the use of imagery in the
classroom can be a very useful and effective tool. Images allow students to tap in to their
inherent creative nature, while promoting attention to detail, critical thinking, and
resourcefulness. It also allows students to process deep and complex issues in abstract, and
mentally stimulating ways. It makes sense that every classroom incorporate images in some
way, as it is a very efficient method in advancing student learning and achievement.
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