Share Paper: Digital Narratives in the Graduate Classroom: Articulating Educational Philosophies via VoiceThread

  1. Sandra Guzman Foster, University of the Incarnate Word, United States
  2. Lucretia Fraga, University of the Incarnate Word, United States
Wednesday, October 18 10:35-10:55 AM Pavillion D

Abstract: The following exploratory qualitative research pilot study examines the impact of using VoiceThread in a graduate classroom as a tool for reflection and articulation of one’s educational philosophy beyond the classroom walls. The specific goal was to determine the efficacy in using VoiceThread as a tool to enhance learning in a graduate level course for students studying the foundations of educational philosophies. Data analysis indicates that the media platform provided by VoiceThread, offered opportunities for students to articulate their philosophies of education as well as engage their peers. This pilot study confirms that well designed classroom activities that incorporate technology ...