As I redesigned the task, I tried to think about this in two ways. First, what is a new mode that utilizes technology, stretches my skills a little bit, and provides an engaging way for other to view the assignment? Second, what is a slight adjustment to the task that creates an altered view, even if that view is just from a bit of a different angle?
I selected Animaker and created a short video. There is some time investment, and it took me quite a while to create this minute and half piece to re-examine the image of what was in my bag.
The slightly altered view I selected was that of a geographical journey – an analysis of the setting. In addition to a simple narrative of self, an examination of literacies and temporal periods, I examined most of the objects in light of where the possessor had to journey in order to obtain them. If an investigator were to map the subject’s movements, where would they have to go to retrace the subject’s steps?
Mode-changing is beneficial for this altered perspective. One can take the same image, and the same objects, and add to the overall story by examining them in a different light with a different intention. This is a beneficial practice for many things and many situations in our lives.
I would absolutely have enjoyed doing a longer video and analysis, however in this case the time and effort needed to be limited for me.
Enjoy!
One reply on “Task 7: Mode-bending”
Hi Steve, it is nice to see you in this class too!
I think your redesign is thoughtful and very interesting. I had not considered the perspective of a geographical location of each item and its relation with the individual. The geographical journey angle provides an interesting narrative twist. Instead of a simply describing each item, the association of objects to their origins and the path they’ve been on tells a more personal story of the individual.
If I think about multiliteracy, it is really a way to expand from traditional reading and learning. Instead, it is to make learning more comprehensive, and more inclusive to diverse ways of learning. By making the image and text into a verbal story, associating the bag to the individual with a more personal touch, it not only adds layers to the story but also highlights the value of looking at familiar things from different perspectives. Thank you for sharing, Steve!