Using Wikis For Scriptwriting
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Using Wikis For Scriptwriting
Jessica Davis
Northern Arizona University
What Are Wikis? Editable website Multiple authors Different levels of security Track changes
Why Use Wikis? Collaborative Increase negotiation: noticing language
differences Access anywhere Provide platform for planned speech Editing and re-drafting helps focus on the
writing process.
What Is Scriptwriting? Students write their own words (and
sometimes actions) to dramatize. Students may write what they will say, the
cues for movement, and other scene-setting elements.
This can be as simple as a short dialogue or as long as a full-length play.
After students write their script, they can act it out.
Why Use Scriptwriting? Student-generated text may increase interest Helps students focus on register, adjacency
pairs, vocabulary in context, and fluency
How To Use Wikis: Overview Assign the owners Set up pages and links Invite students Assign student pairs/groups Test in classroom Assign task Students present dialogue
In class Using a video camera and movie viewing As a dramatic presentation
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Task: Write a dialogue with a partner
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Group Page: Final Version
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Conclusion Scriptwriting can be a meaningful activity to
provide: Student-generated text Practice with key vocabulary, grammar, or
pronunciation points Planned speaking practice
Wikis provide a platform for scriptwriting by: Increasing collaboration and negotiation Enabling students to work from any location Allowing students to visually track the writing
process
Questions?
Thank You!
Jessica DavisNorthern Arizona University
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