Monthly Archives: August 2008

Our front sidewalk is bordered by several large rose plants. I often see passersby stop to smell the roses. I happened to be outside when a woman folded her hands toward the sky and expressed her gratitude for these beautiful … Continue reading →

Psychologists and neuroscientists have recently become fascinated by the human predilection for storytelling. Why does our brain seem to be wired to enjoy stories? And how do the emotional and cognitive effects of a narrative influence our beliefs and real-world … Continue reading →

I am at KQED. I just finished my 10 minute talk about what I am doing with DST with my students at SFSU Instructional Technologies. Howard who is a teacher from Urban School is presenting what he is doing with … Continue reading →

Digital storytelling and 21st Century Learning skills. Critical and Analytic Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity and Innovation, Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills Cultural Competence. Instructional Technologies Program http://www.sfsu.edu/~itec Graduate Program for working professionals Project-Based Curriculum Team Work ITEC 800 Learning Theories … Continue reading →

If you are interested in Digital Storytelling, there is still room for you to register. I will see you this Saturday. When: Saturday, August 23, 10am – 2pmWhere: KQED Studios, 2601 Mariposa St, SFThe event is free and open to … Continue reading →

We completed the 2008 VBS last Friday. There were about 60 to 70 people attended each night, from July 27th to August 3rd. This year’s topic was God’s unshakable truth. The motto for this year was, “Learn the Truth, Speak … Continue reading →

Who Will Go? Every Friday for several months, an outreach team from First Southern has been going to the Villa Fairmont Mental Health Center, just a few blocks from our church. After passing through several locked doors, we arrive at … Continue reading →