Digital Storytelling Rubric Student Name:   Alexis Skomina   ________________________________________

 

CATEGORY	4	3	2	1
FOCUS Point of View - Purpose	Establishes a purpose early on and maintains a clear focus throughout.	Establishes a purpose early on and maintains focus for most of the presentation.	There are a few lapses in focus, but the purpose is fairly clear.	It is difficult to figure out the purpose of the presentation.
FOCUS Point of View - Awareness of Audience	Strong awareness of audience in the design. Students can clearly explain why they felt the vocabulary, audio and graphics chosen fit the target audience.	Some awareness of audience in the design. Students can partially explain why they felt the vocabulary, audio and graphics chosen fit the target audience.	Some awareness of audience in the design. Students find it difficult to explain how the vocabulary, audio and graphics chosen fit the target audience.	Limited awareness of the needs and interests of the target audience.
CONTENT General	Photostory contains 10+ pictures and appropriate music/narration	Photostory contains 8-9 pictures and appropriate music/narration	Photostory contains 6-7 pictures and music/narration may or may not be appropriate	Photostory contains 5 or fewer pictures and music/narration may or may not be appropriate
CONTENT Images	Images create a distinct atmosphere or tone that matches different parts of the story. The images may communicate symbolism/metaphors	Images create an atmosphere or tone that matches some parts of the story. The images may communicate symbolism/ metaphors.	An attempt was made to use images to create an atmosphere/tone but it needed more work. Image choice is logical.	Little or no attempt to use images to create an appropriate atmosphere/tone.
ORGANIZATION Sequencing of Information	Graphics & story line are organized in a clear, logical way. The story is easy to follow.	Most information is organized in a clear, logical way.  One picture seems to be out of place.	Two or more pictures seem to be out of place making the story difficult to follow.	There is no clear story.  Pictures seem to be sequenced randomly.
STYLE Voice - Consistency	Voice quality is clear and consistently audible throughout the presentation.	Voice quality is clear and consistently audible throughout the majority (85-95%) of the presentation.	Voice quality is clear and consistently audible through some (70-84%)of the presentation.	Voice quality needs more attention.
STYLE Voice - Pacing	The pace (rhythm and voice punctuation) fits the story line and helps the audience really "get into" the story.	Occasionally speaks too fast or too slowly for the story line. The pacing (rhythm and voice punctuation) is relatively engaging for the audience.	Tries to use pacing (rhythm and voice punctuation), but it is often noticeable that the pacing does not fit the story line. Audience is not consistently engaged.	No attempt to match the pace of the storytelling to the story line or the audience.
STYLE Layout	Layout is exceptionally creative and visually appealing.  The fonts, color, and background all work together to provide a consistent theme and a presentation that is easy to view/read.	Layout is creative and visually appealing.  The fonts, colors, and background almost provide a clear theme. It is generally an easy presentation to read and follow.	Layout is visually appealing although some slides may be too cluttered or too empty.  The fonts, colors, and background do not necessarily provide a theme and there may be parts that are difficult to view/read.	Layout lacks visual appeal and is sometimes too cluttered or too empty.  It may be confusing at times.  The fonts, color, and background do not work well together  in the presentation making it difficult to view/read. There may be too many types of fonts, etc.
CONVENTIONS Grammar	Grammar and usage were correct.	Grammar and usage were typically correct, and errors did not detract from the story.	Grammar and usage were typically correct, but errors detracted from story.	Repeated errors in grammar and usage distracted greatly from the story.
CONVENTIONS Pictures/Graphics	Images are clear and in focus and cropped if necessary	Most pictures are clear and in focus and cropped if necessary	Some pictures are clear and in focus and cropped if necessary	Most pictures are not clear and are not in focus

 

 

Total Score  ___34___40 points

                                                                                                   

    Almost every morning I would go surfing in Kauai, Hawaii beach to catch some waves. On, Friday, October 31,2003 this was most unlucky day of my life. The funny thing is this day was one of the days that we had second thoughts about surfing. We were going to be late to the Halloween party so we figured we will just catch a few waves. As we got in the water the tide was low so it took longer then usual. I was just relaxing on my surf board waiting for some waves when I noticed my friends drifted away from me. Out of no where there was a flash of grey came up and attacked me. My arm was bit off four inches below my shoulder. The doctor's say if it would have been two more inches it would have been fatal. 

                        

                                               

                                                                                        

Digital Story 2 Narrative

           Since middle school I have vouleentered to help raise money for march of dimes. March of dimes is an organization to help raise money for pre mature babies. All he money raised goes to hospitals to help save premature babies. Not a lot of premature babies survive because they need medical attention. Premature babies are so tiny they can fit inside the doctors palm. They need treatments done in order to survive. I support premature babies because my brother was born slightly premature. He weighed 5 pounds. My mom was so nervous to change his diaper because she was afraid to hurt him. A pre mature baby is born before the 37th week of pregnancy. Premature births happen within 8-10 percent of pregnancies, in the United States. Premature babies weigh a lot less then a healthy baby because their organs did not have enough time to develop. Premature babies need medical treatments, they get these treatments until their organs can work on their own. My high school is raising money for the march of dimes. They are selling bracelets and a piece of paper you can out our name on to show you help support. We will sign up to walk in the March of Dimes. It is usually a beautiful day out where everyone comes and raises money to put towards the march of dimes. With the help of everyone premature babies should have no problem surviving and living a healthy life. Come help support premature babies, and show that you care. You can save a babies LIFE and help them live a long healthy life.

Graduate Portfolio Reflection Story 1

My project relates to the graduate portfolio. This reason is because it is all about me. 

It shows my identity. My project shows pictures that symbolize my identity. At the end of the year 

we have to make a portfolio showing our goals and achivements. My project made me an effective 

user of technology. It helped me improve my use of technology. We had to make a powerpoint

on our identity. We put in our favorite song, that played along with our powerpoint. I learned how to 

look at picture from google and not take them illegaly. I also learned how to create a powerpoint and

decorate it the way I want it. I found 12 pictures that symbolized my life. We had to reflect our Digital story,

in a paragraph description. I learned a lot from this and will be better the next time I make a powerpoint in Mr. Mianos class.

CLICK HERE to see the three stories I grade, my evaluation.

My topic: Ralph's Italian Ice

Name: ...

Name:                                                                                            21st century Technology

4/12                                                                                               Digital Story 2

 

 

Introduction to Digital Story 2

 

 

1) What is your Topic:

 Ralph's Italian Ices

 

2) What is the time period of story:

 2009-now

 

3)List the major points, facts, events, people, and/or ideas of your story:

 I wok at Ralph's Ice. All of the girls we wrk together to service ice. 

 

 

 

 

4)Why do you feel this story is important to tell?

 This story is important to tell because it shows team work and ow close we are. Ralph's is like my second home.

 

 

 

5) What are some challenges of telling this story? (hard to find information, personal, etc)

 It will be hard to explain it, I can take pictures.

 

 

6) List some images that come to mind when you think about this story?

I can show pictures of us working together. 

7) How does your project relate to our CSI Graduate Portfolio?

 Collabrative team work

 

Digital Story Rubric 1

Digital Storytelling Rubric

CLICK HERE to see my rubric

CATEGORY	4	3	2	1
FOCUS Point of View - Purpose	Establishes a purpose early on and maintains a clear focus throughout.	Establishes a purpose early on and maintains focus for most of the presentation.	There are a few lapses in focus, but the purpose is fairly clear.	It is difficult to figure out the purpose of the presentation.
FOCUS Point of View - Awareness of Audience	Strong awareness of audience in the design. Students can clearly explain why they felt the vocabulary, audio and graphics chosen fit the target audience.	Some awareness of audience in the design. Students can partially explain why they felt the vocabulary, audio and graphics chosen fit the target audience.	Some awareness of audience in the design. Students find it difficult to explain how the vocabulary, audio and graphics chosen fit the target audience.	Limited awareness of the needs and interests of the target audience.
CONTENT General	Photostory contains 10+ pictures and appropriate music/narration	Photostory contains 8-9 pictures and appropriate music/narration	Photostory contains 6-7 pictures and music/narration may or may not be appropriate	Photostory contains 5 or fewer pictures and music/narration may or may not be appropriate
CONTENT Images	Images create a distinct atmosphere or tone that matches different parts of the story. The images may communicate symbolism/metaphors	Images create an atmosphere or tone that matches some parts of the story. The images may communicate symbolism/ metaphors.	An attempt was made to use images to create an atmosphere/tone but it needed more work. Image choice is logical.	Little or no attempt to use images to create an appropriate atmosphere/tone.
ORGANIZATION Sequencing of Information	Graphics & story line are organized in a clear, logical way. The story is easy to follow.	Most information is organized in a clear, logical way.  One picture seems to be out of place.	Two or more pictures seem to be out of place making the story difficult to follow.	There is no clear story.  Pictures seem to be sequenced randomly.
STYLE Voice - Consistency	Voice quality is clear and consistently audible throughout the presentation.	Voice quality is clear and consistently audible throughout the majority (85-95%) of the presentation.	Voice quality is clear and consistently audible through some (70-84%)of the presentation.	Voice quality needs more attention.
STYLE Voice - Pacing	The pace (rhythm and voice punctuation) fits the story line and helps the audience really "get into" the story.	Occasionally speaks too fast or too slowly for the story line. The pacing (rhythm and voice punctuation) is relatively engaging for the audience.	Tries to use pacing (rhythm and voice punctuation), but it is often noticeable that the pacing does not fit the story line. Audience is not consistently engaged.	No attempt to match the pace of the storytelling to the story line or the audience.
STYLE Layout	Layout is exceptionally creative and visually appealing.  The fonts, color, and background all work together to provide a consistent theme and a presentation that is easy to view/read.	Layout is creative and visually appealing.  The fonts, colors, and background almost provide a clear theme. It is generally an easy presentation to read and follow.	Layout is visually appealing although some slides may be too cluttered or too empty.  The fonts, colors, and background do not necessarily provide a theme and there may be parts that are difficult to view/read.	Layout lacks visual appeal and is sometimes too cluttered or too empty.  It may be confusing at times.  The fonts, color, and background do not work well together  in the presentation making it difficult to view/read. There may be too many types of fonts, etc.
CONVENTIONS Grammar	Grammar and usage were correct.	Grammar and usage were typically correct, and errors did not detract from the story.	Grammar and usage were typically correct, but errors detracted from story.	Repeated errors in grammar and usage distracted greatly from the story.
CONVENTIONS Pictures/Graphics	Images are clear and in focus and cropped if necessary	Most pictures are clear and in focus and cropped if necessary	Some pictures are clear and in focus and cropped if necessary	Most pictures are not clear and are not in focus

 

 

Total Score  __38__40 points

My First Project

 

This is my digital story. These pictures represent who I am and my identity. The song playing is my recent favorite song. 

Identity Worksheet

• Geography (area you live, where extended family lives, places you visited that influenced you, landscape of where you live - urban, rural, etc):
• Gender: female
• Religion: cathoilc
• Economic Class (Upper, Middle, Lower): middle
• Race/Ethnic Group:puerto rican, czechoslovkian, and yugoslavian
• Abilities: Swimming 
• Likes/Dislikes (music, books, arts, sports, etc): I don't like to read. I like to listen to music.
• Social Groups You Belong To:
• Special Groups (Volunteer, etc.): help clean up westerleigh park
• Issues You Care About: Global Warming
• Family Characteristics (size, occupations, family traditions, stories, etc): My dad was a firefighter. My mom is a hair sltylist. 
• Dreams & Future Plans (careers, places you want to explore, etc): I want to be a doctor. I want to go to Italy and spain.

Story Script 1

                I am a 15 year old girl.I go to College of Staten Island High School for International Studies. I was born and raised in Staten Island, NY. Most of my family lives on Staten Island and in Jersey. I have family from my dads side of the family 

    who lives in Italy. Some of my moms side of the family lives in Puerto Rico. I was raised catholic, I made my communion when i was in third grade. My family is middle class. My race is Puerto Rican, Czecholslavkian, and Yugoslavian. I love to swim. I always look forward to the summer so I can go swimming. I love going to the beach.I would love to me a life gaurd. I dislike to read when I have to, I rather choose books that interest me. I love to listen to music. I don't have a favorite type of music, I listen to all except country and screaming songs. When I was little I used to help clean up Westerleigh Park. Issues I care about is global warming. My family is not that large which is a reason why we are so close. My dads occupation was a firefighter, he is retired. My moms occupation is a hairstylist. When I grow up I would like to do something that involves medical.I would like to be a a vet or doctor. I would love to travel to Spain and Italy I've been to three different countries so far. I've been to Canada, Mexico, and Dominican Republic.