iMovie Trailer

What?
My partner and I chose to do a funny, yet informative trailer about the evolution of reading literature as it pertains to technology. We chose to re-tell the story of a “forbidden” love between a book and a Kindle similar to the story of Romeo and Juliet. We demonstrated how reading has evolved over time crossing many different mediums along the way. Rather than propagating a negative sentiment for e-readers (like the Kindle or Nook) we attempted to show how students can fall more in love with reading if provided with the technological advantages of digital literature. It could save paper, time and could be a more interactive experience for learners.

So What?
I think at the heart of this project is trying to provide a space for learners (including future teachers) to interact with various forms of technology and not be afraid of the domineering nature we think it can often times possess. In today’s world it may be beneficial for individuals to become technologically literate as well.

Now What?
Could you imagine a world without books? Perhaps not. But I think of how much time, space, hassle and money that could be saved if students were given texts and other classroom materials in a digital form. Forgetting a book or losing a paper would no longer be an excuse. The only excuse one would have would be their unwillingness to learn. I think this unwilling spirit could be further curved by ensuring the learning experience is interactive and meaningful.