Empathize
You will conduct interviews and engage in conversations with peers and community members to gather diverse perspectives and experiences, ensuring you practice active listening and empathetic communication while documenting your findings to inform your storytelling process.
Days 1 - 3
Define
You will synthesize your research into a clear, actionable problem statement by collaborating with peers to analyze diverse perspectives, refine your ideas, and integrate feedback, ensuring your statement effectively addresses community needs.
Days 4 - 6
45 min over capacity (135 min available across 3 days)
Ideate
You will brainstorm creative storytelling approaches by collaborating with peers to identify diverse perspectives in your community and consider innovative ways to communicate them effectively through video content.
Days 7 - 10
Prototype
You will create prototypes of your video episodes by filming and editing initial versions, incorporating feedback from community partners like Mrs. Vallery and Mrs. Collen, and focus on refining storytelling elements that effectively share diverse perspectives and experiences.
Days 11 - 15
Test/Present
You will present and test your storytelling video by sharing it with your classmates, teachers, and community partners during a group exhibition, gathering feedback to validate the perspectives and experiences conveyed, and reflect on the effectiveness of your communication and editing skills.
Days 16 - 20