Considering Qwiki in the adult learning classroom

I recently had a chance to learn about a new media app that can be useful in an educational setting. In the September 12, 2013 Educational Technologies blog posting, edutechblogger addresses how struggling readers can benefit through exploring Qwiki videos alongside online journal entries.

The writer brings in a good point how visually stimulating it can be to pair imagery alongside written text. While I hesitate to use this medium as it stands, I can see the possibilities as the media evolves. Right now the app offers a music backdrop for photograph collages in a presentation form. What is missing for me is the opportunity to add in simple descriptive text to make it more like a movie format.

Another way that Qwiki can be used in the adult classroom would be an introduction to an oral report presentation.  Say for instance the student is giving a speech discussing their cultural background. 

By showcasing personal history through photographs with the addition of cultural music backdrop an opening exists to bring the audience into the presenter’s everyday world.  Dr. Thornburg points out that technology helps the 21^st century learner connect with information for a deeper understanding overall (Laureate Education, Inc., 2012). 

 

Reference

Laureate Education, Inc. (Producer). (2012). EDUC 6177: EDUC 6177- Using Technology to Enhance Learning [Video webcast program transcript]. In The Impact of Technology on Learning. Retrieved from http://mym.cdn.laureate-media.com/Walden/EDUC/6177/02/downloads/WAL_EDUC6177_02_A_EN.pdf