Sunday, June 21, 2009

Week 3 Ron Smith Interview Interactive Q&A


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1) Why do students choose to attend Hollywood High School? Would this type of school interest you? Why or Why not?
It's a school that focuses on careers in the Entertainment Business. This school would be of interests to me because I'm interested in graphic design.

2) Name two tools that Ron Smith tried out on his students when they became popular. Have you ever used one or both of these tools at school? If so, how?
Podcasts & Text Messaging

3) What is the ideal scenario for students after they graduate from HHS?
The they would go to college with a career path that leads them to work in the entertainment industry.

4)What opportunities await HHS graduates?
They have the opportunity for internships and mentoring which could lead to jobs with graphic design or careers in the movie business.

5) What application does Ron Smith prefer his students use to create presentations?
He prefers that students use Flash rather than PowerPoint.

6) Why does Ron Smith use the following with his students: movies, sound, dance, etc.? He uses these and any tools to engage his students.

7) Name at least two applications that Ron Smith allows his students to express themselves through. Do you have this same freedom when it comes to classroom projects? Explain
Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash
My freedom depends on the teacher, I work harder when I'm able to choose my app.

8) What is the most common application that teachers use for presentations? Is this engaging to you?
PowerPoint It can be engaging, it depends on how it is used and whether it incorporates multimedia. It also depends on the delivery of the instructor.

9) What did Ron Smith mean when he said digital teaching is all front-loaded?
He meant that the work load for planning is all done in the beginning, not gradually as the year goes on.

10) Describe one of the new applications Ron Smith's students are using? Which of these is most appealing to you?
I think Sketch is the most appealing because you can create 3D models that could be used to bring your concept to life.

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