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Using PhotoStory to Enhance Learning
in the Classroom Presented by
Katie Alaniz, Christina Flores, and Wesley Gibson
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Learning Objectives• Provide the knowledge and tools necessary to
enhance learning in the classroom using PhotoStory
• Give a overview of the PhotoStory program
• Display samples of projects created by students in elementary and middle school classrooms
• Present steps for teaching students to use the program to meet a variety of learning objectives
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Introduction to PhotoStory • PhotoStory can easily and effectively be used to organize and
present learned knowledge in a unique format.
• Students can insert images into a storyboard, which combined together in sequence compose a storyline.
• Narration, songs, sounds, or a combination of these elements can also be added to enhance the story.
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PhotoStory in Group Settings
• PhotoStory can effectively be implemented in group settings…
– Each student can assist with locating and/or illustrating images to be used throughout the presentation.
– Students can also narrate one or more segments of the story.
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Early Childhood Example
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Elementary School ExampleA Tribute to Dr. Seuss
Created by Mrs. Alaniz’s Second Grade Class
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Obtaining PhotoStory
• Visit www.Microsoft.com.
• From the “Downloads & Trails” list, select “Download Center.”
• Type “PhotoStory” in the search box.
• Select the “PhotoStory 3 for Windows” option.
• Select the “Continue” and follow the steps of the downloading process.
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Using PhotoStory: Gathering Images
• Allow students to create and/or locate images to be used…
– If using student-created illustrations, take digital pictures of or scan the illustrations, saving them in a folder reserved for the project.
– If gathering images from the Internet or another source, also save them within a designated folder.
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Using PhotoStory: Importing Images
• Open PhotoStory, and select the “Begin a New Story” option.
• Select “Import Pictures.”
• Choose pictures from the designated folder.
• Arrange them in order on the storyboard.
• Click “Next.”
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Using PhotoStory: Adding Titles
• Select an image.
• Type a title in the text box (if desired).
• Choose an effect from the drop-down list (if desired).
• Click “Next.”
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Using PhotoStory: Customizing Motion
• If desired, choose the “Customize Motion” option.
• Adjust the start and end position of each chosen slide by repositioning and resizing the boxes.
• Check the “Specify start and end position of motion” box.
• Adjust slide duration (if desired).
• Select “Preview” to view changes.
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Using PhotoStory: Adding Narration
• Install a microphone into the computer to record narration.
• For each chosen slide, select the “Record Narration” button.
• Have each student speak approximately the same distance from the microphone while recording.
• Prewritten scripts are best!
• Practice makes perfect!
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Using PhotoStory: Adding Background Music
• Choose the “Select Music” option to upload your own music.
• To use music available through PhotoStory, choose “Create Music.”
– This option allows you to select bands, moods, tempos, and intensity.
– There are a variety of options available to meet specific needs.
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Using PhotoStory: Saving Your Story
• Select an option for saving your story. – For student use, it is recommended
that you save the story to your computer.
• Specify the location and file name.
• Click “Next,” and choose “View your story” to enjoy the results of your students’ work!
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Possible Classroom Applications
PhotoStory can be used the following:
• Timeline of a historical character’s life• Narrated children’s book• Display of student poems or short stories• Presentation of student illustrations (with
captions)• And the list goes on and on!
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Questions?