Added July 27, 2023 at 9:56am by Paul Allison
Title: Multimodal Publishing a Persona on Chat GPT 4

Here's how it answers my question:

How can I get my voice out there?

Wow! That's an excellent question. As you know, speaking out has the potential to bring about significant changes and influence others.

There are several ways you can effectively publish your voice on Youth Voices:

1. Start your Journey: Create a profile, introduce yourself, pour your passion into words and share your dreams, aspirations, struggles, achievements, and much more.

2. Use Discussion Posts: Write about your thoughts, experiences, ideas, beliefs, and perspectives using blocks which allow you to beautifully compose a visual and textual narrative. You can supplement it with images, videos, and audio recordings. Here's an example: https://www.youthvoices.live/america-means-sluggish-and-unhurried-change/

3. Create Flipbooks: Blend writing, art, photography, and media to craft online magazines or stories. It's a creative way to express and be heard. Here's what it can look like: https://www.youthvoices.live/joc/

4. Web Stories: Use sequential pages to present your voice through a combination of text, images, GIFs, graphics, and videos. Here's an example: https://www.youthvoices.live/love-is-fire/

5. The Power of Podcasts: Make a series of audio episodes around a theme that captures your interest and speaks to your experiences. It creates an excellent platform for real conversations and dialogues. You can check examples here: https://www.youthvoices.live/series/this-i-believe/feed/ and https://www.youthvoices.live/series/not-in-our-town/

6. Use Infographics: If you can present your information, data, or knowledge visually through graphics, do it! It's an impactful way to share your voice. Check out this great example: https://www.youthvoices.live/why-me-asked-kahlil/

Remember, when you share, you're not only heard, but you also make it possible for other youth from different parts of the country to comment, connect, and engage with your contributions. It's about creating a ripple effect!

So, how would you like to proceed? Which of these publishing option(s) interests you most?

My response: I want to make a podcast:

Fantastic choice! Podcasts are a creative and engaging medium to share your voice. Here are some steps and tips to get you started on creating your podcast series on Youth Voices:

1. **Plan your Podcast**: Just like any project, a podcast starts with planning. Decide the main theme or topic of your series. This could be something you're passionate about, an issue you care deeply for, or a story you want to tell. Make sure it's a topic that allows for multiple episodes.

2. **Script your Episodes**: Even though podcasts sound casual and conversational, most of them are well-prepared and scripted. You should note down what you want to talk about in each episode. Your script can include a brief introduction of the topic, some key points you want to cover and a closing note. It's also great if you have some open-ended questions to spark more discussion.

3. **Recording your Podcast**: You don't need fancy equipment to start a podcast. Most phones, laptops or tablets have good enough microphones. Choose a quiet place with limited background noise and speak clearly and slowly.

4. **Editing**: There are free software options like Audacity or GarageBand to help polish your podcast with music or sound effects and clean up any mistakes. But don't stress too much about this in the beginning, the most important thing is your voice and your message!

5. **Uploading your Podcast on Youth Voices**: Once you've edited your podcast to your satisfaction, you're ready to share it with the world. Head over to Youth Voices and look for 'Podcast Series'. Here, you can upload your audio file, give it a title, and add a description of the episode. Repeat this process with each episode you create.

6. **Engage with Listeners**: Lastly, make sure to interact with your listeners. Encourage them to leave comments and respond to them. This can open dialogue and deepen your podcast's impact.

Creating a podcast can be an exciting adventure—just remember to be true to your voice and speak on what you believe in, and you'll surely create something great. We're eager to hear what you come up with!

DMU Timestamp: July 25, 2023 14:23

Added July 27, 2023 at 12:34pm by Paul Allison
Title: Affordances and reality

Affordances of tools and platforms might be considered in the context of how teachers and student know how to use them and how much time or bandwidth they have to learn how to take advantage of the affordances.

DMU Timestamp: July 25, 2023 14:23

Added July 27, 2023 at 11:10pm by Paul Allison
Title: My Guide: Chat GPT-4 Multimodal Publishing

I want to make something that is political, multimodal, complex and artistic. What do you suggest?

That's fantastic! We love seeing politically engaged content that utilizes a variety of mediums. There are several options you can consider on Youth Voices for such a project:

1. You may want to consider creating a **Web Story**. This allows you to weave a narrative using different layers of animated images, graphics, videos, text and links, on sequential pages. A political web story could examine an issue from various angles, incorporate quotes from influential leaders, statistics, and even your own take on the issue.

2. Another option is to start a **Podcast Series**. If there are several topics you're passionate about, creating a series of audio episodes on these themes could be a great way for you to express your opinions and ignite conversations on political matters.

3. A **flipbook** is another interesting option. This medium lets you showcase different types of writing, art and media to tell your story. In relation to a political theme, you could include news articles, personal essays, photographs, political cartoons, and much more.

4. If you have a single point you want to make and back up with compelling evidence, an **Infographic** is the way to go. You can illustrate your point with data, photos, diagrams, and more.

5. **Discussion posts** with blocks of text, images, videos and audio recordings are a simple yet innovative way to present your arguments.

Remember, whatever you choose, your content will be responded to by other youths from around the country. You won't just be sharing your views, you’ll be starting a conversation.

Wow, I'm not sure how to choose.

That's perfectly okay. It's important to choose a medium that matches the nature of your content and resonates with your creative instincts. Think about the story you want to tell, how you want to tell it, and which medium would best translate into your ultimate vision. If you love to write and have a lot to say, maybe a series of discussion posts or a podcast could be a good fit. If you're more visually inclined, perhaps a web story or flipbook might be your best path. An infographic is a compelling way to get a clear point across visually.

You don't have to rush your decision. Take the time to think about your skills, interests, and the nature of your project. Even watching, reading, or listening to a few examples of each type might inspire you.

Remember, the purpose of Youth Voices is to inspire creativity and thought, there's no wrong choice. Whichever path you choose, the community will be there to support, share, and respond to your work.

Are there examples of each that I could consider?

Absolutely! Here are some examples of each type to help you make an informed decision:

1. **Discussion posts with blocks**: Check out this example where images, videos, audio recordings, and text have been simultaneously used to create a profound impact.
[Sluggish and Unhurried Change](https://www.youthvoices.live/america-means-sluggish-and-unhurried-change/)

2. **Flipbook**: This example incorporates various genres of writing, art, photography, and media to narrate a captivating story.
[JOC](https://www.youthvoices.live/joc/)

3. **Web Story**: This beautiful adaptation of a poem uses animated images, GIFs, texts, and links on sequential pages to create a deeply engaging experience.
[Love Is Fire](https://www.youthvoices.live/love-is-fire/)

4. **Podcast series**: For a flavor of how an audio series works on Youth Voices, I recommend you check out these two podcast series.
[This I Believe](https://www.youthvoices.live/series/this-i-believe/feed/)
[Not In Our Town](https://www.youthvoices.live/series/not-in-our-town/)

5. **Infographics**: Here's a great example that uses data visualization and design to convey complex information quickly and clearly. [Why Me, Asked Kahlil](https://www.youthvoices.live/why-me-asked-kahlil/)

Explore these examples and see what resonates with you and aligns with your vision for your political, multimodal, complex, and artistic project. Remember, these are just examples and the possibilities are limitless!

I want to do a Web story, but I've never made one before.

That's an exciting choice! No need to worry if you've never made a web story before, it's a process of learning and creativity. Here are some steps to help you get started:

***Define Your Story***
Before you go digital, map out your story. What is the scope? What is the sequence of events or arguments? What media will help to tell your story? Sketch it out on paper or digitally, include potential images, text, and any other elements. This step will help in organizing your creative process.

***Get Your Media Together***
Find or create your images, GIFs, videos, and text that will make up your story. Ensure you have the rights to use those pieces or they are under creative commons license. You can also use your own original art, photos, videos, etc.

***Start Building Your Web Story On Youth Voices***
- After you sign into your Youth Voices account, go to the 'Web Stories' tab and click on 'Add New'.
- Give it a title that reflects your story.
- On the right, you will see a panel called 'Document settings'. Here you can set the cover image.
- The main panel is where you create your story.
- Add pages by clicking 'Add New Page'.
- On each page, you can add both 'Background Media' and 'Overlay'. The overlay is where you can add text, video, button, etc.
- Explore the features, use the layers to add depth to the pages.
- Remember to regularly click 'save' as you go along so you don’t lose anything!

***Publish Your Web Story***
- Once you're satisfied with your work, hit the 'publish' button.
- Your web story will now be visible on the Youth Voices platform!

Remember, creating a web story is a blend of technical skill and creativity. Have fun with it, test out different ideas, see what works best for your story. Don't rush, it's about learning and expressing your creativity. If you need more help, feel free to ask!

DMU Timestamp: July 27, 2023 22:18

Added July 28, 2023 at 9:25am by Paul Allison
Title: Joan Mitchell's representation of my logs this week.

DMU Timestamp: July 27, 2023 22:18

Added July 28, 2023 at 5:16pm by Paul Allison
Title: Freewriting...

When students say that freewriting is hard for them, what do we do? Do we make it easier by helping them brainstorm and make lists and give them more leading prompts? Or do we say, I know it's hard. Part of the play, the practice, the discipline... here is to push through that "What should I write?" moment and see what is on the other side. It's hard, but worth it. Just try to keep going and see where your mind takes you. Yes, this is very different than answering a question or responding to something. Wa are asking you to confront nothing and keep going. I wonder if that makes sense or am I just being a stubborn teacher?

DMU Timestamp: July 27, 2023 22:18