This eLetter is meant to be short. Real short. But here are a couple
replies I got to the last issue that are Advent timely. I will only
send these extras when I believe you may want to know they exist, and
we are within a time crunch. We want to respect your time and email
capacity :-)
***Advent Addenda of the day (thank you Ms. Rosanne Coffey, Fr. Mark
MacGregor and Mr. Lee Nagel):
Where's the Line to See Jesus? I almost like Becky's demo version
better than the polished official version... (ADDED NOTE: dang, after a while, the demo version was removed.)
[REMOVED BY THE USER] demo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OExXItDyWEY official
I want to share a link to a short video about Advent, spirituality and
the Latino traditional procession called Las Posadas. This new video
is produced by students at Gonzaga University. It's about young
people, the Lopez family, who are the cutest mariachi in America, and
their informational and invitational message about participating in
Las Posadas. This is an Advent procession from Mexico that retells the
story of Joseph and Mary searching for shelter. The novena of Las
Posadas runs December 16-24. It will educate folks who do not know
about Las Posadas and reach others, particularly a Latino population,
who do celebrate it. Please share this in your eLetter, as I believe
it fits the spirit of your ministry quite well. Here's the link to
America's Cutest Mariachi & Las Posadas. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MIXBPsrN7Y
Busted Halo's 2010 Advent Surprise Calendar reveals a short quotation
for each day along with a "microchallenge" -- an easily doable but
meaningful task to help you make the most of the Advent season (http://www.bustedhalo.com/features/advent-calendar-2010).
Friday, December 10, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
“Shortest Catechetical Media/Tech eLetter Ever” from NACMP Vol. 02 Issue 05
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte):
How Did They Do That?
One of the key concepts of media literacy is that all forms of media
are constructed. Grown-ups know media doesn't just happen, but
audiences young and old seldom consider just who decides how a story
is told and all the steps that go into making media. Without
diminishing the enjoyment of media, we can understand processes that
can demythologize what media present as normal. Choose an age-
appropriate DVD movie the students are familiar with and show the
extra feature on how the film was made, then talk about it especially
why the filmmakers chose to include or delete scenes.
***YouTube Videos of the Day
Advent? Let's join the Conspiracy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVqqj1v-ZBU
and don't forget the lions lying down with... well, hugging folks! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Em5caMx-IJg
The Bible seems to prefer "the leopard shall lie down with the kid
(Isaiah 11:6)" anyway! This would be a good clip to show, and then
discuss how misquotes can go viral, the message being about the same.
***Blogpost of the Day (thank you Sr. Caroline Cerveny)
Check out http://wp.me/p19Xys-1x - The Future of Our 21st Century
Catechist: How Technology May Transform Faith Teaching, complete with
video support!
***YouTube User of the Day (thank you Ms. Linda Kaiser)
Check out the videos of OblateMedia, if you haven't already! Here is a
video on the Rite of Confirmation: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhZXu_r4KMI
***Advent Mediations for the Season
Catholic Digest offers a link to short video meditations for Advent at http://www.catholicdigest.com/media.html. This page includes photo galleries as well as the video link to more
videos.
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, http://www.NACMP.org)
How Did They Do That?
One of the key concepts of media literacy is that all forms of media
are constructed. Grown-ups know media doesn't just happen, but
audiences young and old seldom consider just who decides how a story
is told and all the steps that go into making media. Without
diminishing the enjoyment of media, we can understand processes that
can demythologize what media present as normal. Choose an age-
appropriate DVD movie the students are familiar with and show the
extra feature on how the film was made, then talk about it especially
why the filmmakers chose to include or delete scenes.
***YouTube Videos of the Day
Advent? Let's join the Conspiracy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVqqj1v-ZBU
and don't forget the lions lying down with... well, hugging folks! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Em5caMx-IJg
The Bible seems to prefer "the leopard shall lie down with the kid
(Isaiah 11:6)" anyway! This would be a good clip to show, and then
discuss how misquotes can go viral, the message being about the same.
***Blogpost of the Day (thank you Sr. Caroline Cerveny)
Check out http://wp.me/p19Xys-1x - The Future of Our 21st Century
Catechist: How Technology May Transform Faith Teaching, complete with
video support!
***YouTube User of the Day (thank you Ms. Linda Kaiser)
Check out the videos of OblateMedia, if you haven't already! Here is a
video on the Rite of Confirmation: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhZXu_r4KMI
***Advent Mediations for the Season
Catholic Digest offers a link to short video meditations for Advent at http://www.catholicdigest.com/media.html. This page includes photo galleries as well as the video link to more
videos.
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, http://www.NACMP.org)
Friday, November 5, 2010
“Shortest Catechetical Media/Tech eLetter Ever” from NACMP Vol. 02 Issue 04
***DVD Recommendation of the Day (thank you Ms. Carla Hlavac)
Go to Bullfrog Films page on "Kids + Money" at http://www.bullfrogfilms.com/catalog/kids.html
. There is a clip there to see. Carla says the DVD is getting rave
reviews in the Youngstown Diocese. If the clip is any indication....
wowzers! (also on Youtube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-bmUY_WBeI)
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte):
Is It Legal to Show Hollywood Movies?
It is only legal to show full-length feature films without a license
is during the school day, as part of the regular school curriculum.
You may not use films, without a license, in after school programs,
youth activities, retreats, catechetical programs, etc. You may obtain
a license from Christian Video Licensing at www.CVLI.com. Licenses are
available for one time use as well. The clips available from http://www.WingClips.com
, http://www.FilmClipsOnline.com (guides for Catholic schools and
catechetical programs are in preparation), are already licensed for
use. For more information about licensing visit http://www.mplc.com/aboutLaw.php
***Social Media Tips of the Day (thank you Mr. Richard Drabik)
Check out Matthew Warner's blog entitiled: "How are parishes using new
media?" at http://www.ncregister.com/blog/how-are-parishes-using-new-media/
***YouTube Videos of the Day
Timothy Radcliffe, OP, has a number of videos on Youtube. In
particular, there are a series of very short powerful videos that were
filmed as part of Fully Alive (http://www.fully-alive.co.uk). Take a
peek at Faith(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w-PVGw-cJ8), Hope(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIa_d1xoXkk), and Love(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTWvc7PMJUs).
***Resource of the Day (thank you Ms. Theresa Naseman)
The Sidney Media Center of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati now has a
blog, http://resourcesforcreativefaithformation.wordpress.com Postings
include new media and print resources, upcoming workshops and websites
of interest. Postings fall into the categories of Catechesis, RCIA,
Media, Young Adult Ministry, Bible, the New Roman Missal plus others.
Most resources can be borrowed from the Sidney Media Center.
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Go to Bullfrog Films page on "Kids + Money" at http://www.bullfrogfilms.com/catalog/kids.html
. There is a clip there to see. Carla says the DVD is getting rave
reviews in the Youngstown Diocese. If the clip is any indication....
wowzers! (also on Youtube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-bmUY_WBeI)
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte):
Is It Legal to Show Hollywood Movies?
It is only legal to show full-length feature films without a license
is during the school day, as part of the regular school curriculum.
You may not use films, without a license, in after school programs,
youth activities, retreats, catechetical programs, etc. You may obtain
a license from Christian Video Licensing at www.CVLI.com. Licenses are
available for one time use as well. The clips available from http://www.WingClips.com
, http://www.FilmClipsOnline.com (guides for Catholic schools and
catechetical programs are in preparation), are already licensed for
use. For more information about licensing visit http://www.mplc.com/aboutLaw.php
***Social Media Tips of the Day (thank you Mr. Richard Drabik)
Check out Matthew Warner's blog entitiled: "How are parishes using new
media?" at http://www.ncregister.com/blog/how-are-parishes-using-new-media/
***YouTube Videos of the Day
Timothy Radcliffe, OP, has a number of videos on Youtube. In
particular, there are a series of very short powerful videos that were
filmed as part of Fully Alive (http://www.fully-alive.co.uk). Take a
peek at Faith(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w-PVGw-cJ8), Hope(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIa_d1xoXkk), and Love(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTWvc7PMJUs).
***Resource of the Day (thank you Ms. Theresa Naseman)
The Sidney Media Center of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati now has a
blog, http://resourcesforcreativefaithformation.wordpress.com Postings
include new media and print resources, upcoming workshops and websites
of interest. Postings fall into the categories of Catechesis, RCIA,
Media, Young Adult Ministry, Bible, the New Roman Missal plus others.
Most resources can be borrowed from the Sidney Media Center.
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
“Shortest Catechetical Media/Tech eLetter Ever” from NACMP Vol. 02 Issue 03
***YouTube Video of the Day (thank you Ms. Joyce Donahue)
If you haven't seen the story of Johnny the Bagger... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8F0EZP8a58
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte):
Internet Pornography
It can be very difficult to talk about some media and moral issues
with students such as online pornography. One way to do this is to
rent the film "Fireproof" (appropriate for ages 12 and up), see it,
prepare some talking points, select appropriate Scripture citations,
and show the film in class. See www.wingclips.com for select clips
from this and other films and guides (some clips are free; longer,
better ones are available by a very reasonable subscription). While
"Fireproof" and WingClips are Protestant Christian in tone, the
creative teacher can easily adapt. I always recommend seeing the
entire film even if I am planning to use only clips.
***Parish resource of the day (thank you Ms. Kerry Moriarty)
"Our Parish at Prayer" is an inspirational series of 4" x 6", 32-page
booklets to help people in the parish keep on praying long after the
liturgy has ended.
Titles in the series include, but are not limited to: Prayerbook for
Catechists, Prayerbook for the Grieving, Prayerbook for Confirmation
Candidates, Prayerbook for Parish Councillors, and Prayerbook for
Eucharistic Ministers (Twenty-Third Publications, http://tinyurl.com/23rdopap)
***Classroom idea/resource of the day (thank you Ms. Tricia Tranel)
I am artistically challenged. I have trouble drawing stick figures
proportionately, but the Draw and Tell books by Julie A. Petras from
Our Sunday Visitor are among my favorite resources. As you tell a
simple story or give a simple explanation (all with script provided),
you'll draw a line or a squiggle or a swirl according to the picture
shown in the book. When done, you've created a picture or a symbol to
represent a bible story, a saint, or a sacrament. Children of all ages
enjoy watching the drawing come alive as they try to guess what it
will be, and they also love drawing along on their own paper. Actively
involved! Actively engaged! Hmmm, I wonder what technology is
available to me that would move me out of the paper and crayon
world... (http://tinyurl.com/osvdt)
Bible Stories To Draw And Tell ©2002
Draw And Tell: Sacraments ©2003
Draw And Tell: Saints ©2004
***Not for the Feint Hearted Tool of the Day
Having your learners check in their cell phones as they walk into
class? How about having them keep them, and text their answer to a
multiple choice question, and have the poll tally up right in front of
their very eyes! For a free account you get three questions, with up
to 50 participants each. That is enough to engage your learners
through a presentation. Example: What is your favorite image of God?
1)Father 2)Mother 3)Fire 4)Quiet Breeze. Students text to 41411 the
phrase "return id2533 numberoftheiranswer" with the id number changing
as the question changes. Check out http://www.textthemob.com/.
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
If you haven't seen the story of Johnny the Bagger... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L8F0EZP8a58
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte):
Internet Pornography
It can be very difficult to talk about some media and moral issues
with students such as online pornography. One way to do this is to
rent the film "Fireproof" (appropriate for ages 12 and up), see it,
prepare some talking points, select appropriate Scripture citations,
and show the film in class. See www.wingclips.com for select clips
from this and other films and guides (some clips are free; longer,
better ones are available by a very reasonable subscription). While
"Fireproof" and WingClips are Protestant Christian in tone, the
creative teacher can easily adapt. I always recommend seeing the
entire film even if I am planning to use only clips.
***Parish resource of the day (thank you Ms. Kerry Moriarty)
"Our Parish at Prayer" is an inspirational series of 4" x 6", 32-page
booklets to help people in the parish keep on praying long after the
liturgy has ended.
Titles in the series include, but are not limited to: Prayerbook for
Catechists, Prayerbook for the Grieving, Prayerbook for Confirmation
Candidates, Prayerbook for Parish Councillors, and Prayerbook for
Eucharistic Ministers (Twenty-Third Publications, http://tinyurl.com/23rdopap)
***Classroom idea/resource of the day (thank you Ms. Tricia Tranel)
I am artistically challenged. I have trouble drawing stick figures
proportionately, but the Draw and Tell books by Julie A. Petras from
Our Sunday Visitor are among my favorite resources. As you tell a
simple story or give a simple explanation (all with script provided),
you'll draw a line or a squiggle or a swirl according to the picture
shown in the book. When done, you've created a picture or a symbol to
represent a bible story, a saint, or a sacrament. Children of all ages
enjoy watching the drawing come alive as they try to guess what it
will be, and they also love drawing along on their own paper. Actively
involved! Actively engaged! Hmmm, I wonder what technology is
available to me that would move me out of the paper and crayon
world... (http://tinyurl.com/osvdt)
Bible Stories To Draw And Tell ©2002
Draw And Tell: Sacraments ©2003
Draw And Tell: Saints ©2004
***Not for the Feint Hearted Tool of the Day
Having your learners check in their cell phones as they walk into
class? How about having them keep them, and text their answer to a
multiple choice question, and have the poll tally up right in front of
their very eyes! For a free account you get three questions, with up
to 50 participants each. That is enough to engage your learners
through a presentation. Example: What is your favorite image of God?
1)Father 2)Mother 3)Fire 4)Quiet Breeze. Students text to 41411 the
phrase "return id2533 numberoftheiranswer" with the id number changing
as the question changes. Check out http://www.textthemob.com/.
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Sunday, September 5, 2010
“Shortest Catechetical Media/Tech eLetter Ever” from NACMP Vol. 02 Issue 02
***YouTube Video for the Day (thank you Ms. Linda Kaiser)
Victor Borge is asked for an encore performance with a violinist. The
violinist suggests a piece with which Victor is familiar, but has
never played before. Watch the fun. What does this say about
discipline? What does this say about "discipling". Are we asked to
prepare... and prepare well... although we don't know what we are
preparing for? Could this be part of a faith journey?
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte)
The Video Game Experience
Have you ever played a complex video game? That is, a role playing
game, something beyond computer desk games such as Solitaire, Cube
Crashers (on Facebook) or nostalgic Pac Man? If not, visit a gaming
store, get in line, and try one out. Don't be afraid to ask someone
for help. Then do it again on another day. Take note of the story-
telling and any moral dilemmas presented. To experience video gaming
doesn't mean you'll love it, but you can then speak authentically
about their leisure life with students because you will know just a
little bit more of their world.
***Web Site Resource for the Day (thank you Mr. Dan Pierson)
Many things, many voices catechetical compiled by experienced
catechetical consultant Dan Pierson... who still teaches fourth
graders with his wife, Margaret. Check out http://www.ecatechist.com/
***Blog Posting for the Day (thank you Mr. Richard Drabik)
The Open Source Catholic blogs about http://Vatican.va getting an
upgrade! http://www.opensourcecatholic.com/blog/oscatholic/vaticanva-getting-upgrad
***Vibrant Online Technology and Catechesis Community for the Day
(thank you S. Caroline Cerveny)
If you are interested in joining an online network of catechetical
leaders from over 140+ states and 14 nations, go to http://digitalcatechesis.ning.com
. In the upper right hand corner you will see a button that says
"Sign Up" or "Sign In".
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Victor Borge is asked for an encore performance with a violinist. The
violinist suggests a piece with which Victor is familiar, but has
never played before. Watch the fun. What does this say about
discipline? What does this say about "discipling". Are we asked to
prepare... and prepare well... although we don't know what we are
preparing for? Could this be part of a faith journey?
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte)
The Video Game Experience
Have you ever played a complex video game? That is, a role playing
game, something beyond computer desk games such as Solitaire, Cube
Crashers (on Facebook) or nostalgic Pac Man? If not, visit a gaming
store, get in line, and try one out. Don't be afraid to ask someone
for help. Then do it again on another day. Take note of the story-
telling and any moral dilemmas presented. To experience video gaming
doesn't mean you'll love it, but you can then speak authentically
about their leisure life with students because you will know just a
little bit more of their world.
***Web Site Resource for the Day (thank you Mr. Dan Pierson)
Many things, many voices catechetical compiled by experienced
catechetical consultant Dan Pierson... who still teaches fourth
graders with his wife, Margaret. Check out http://www.ecatechist.com/
***Blog Posting for the Day (thank you Mr. Richard Drabik)
The Open Source Catholic blogs about http://Vatican.va getting an
upgrade! http://www.opensourcecatholic.com/blog/oscatholic/vaticanva-getting-upgrad
***Vibrant Online Technology and Catechesis Community for the Day
(thank you S. Caroline Cerveny)
If you are interested in joining an online network of catechetical
leaders from over 140+ states and 14 nations, go to http://digitalcatechesis.ning.com
. In the upper right hand corner you will see a button that says
"Sign Up" or "Sign In".
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Thursday, August 5, 2010
“Shortest Catechetical Media/Tech eLetter Ever” from NACMP Vol. 02 Issue 01
***Adult Faith Formation Article for the Day (thank you Ms. Diane
O'Connor):
"Moving Online: Faith Formation in a Digital Age" by Julie Anne Lytle,
Volume 4, Issue 1, Spring 2010 - Faith Formation and the New Digital
Media. You can create a free account for free resources at John
Roberto's http://www.lifelongfaith.com/. I just downloaded Mary Hess's
"Living Faith in a Media World". Wow!
***Youth Ministry Resource for the Day (thank you Mr. Kent Schmitz):
Lots of Youth Ministry info, happenings, kudos, resources and neat
stuff at http://www.dscottmiller.com
***Book suggestion for the day (thank you Ms. Kathy Ward):
"Mass, A Guide For Visual Learners" is a booklet for children and
adults with autism - or anyone who learns best visually. This is a
photo-rich book with clear text, explaining each part of the Mass. $5
+ $5 processing = $10. Read more at http://faithmag.com/faithmag/column2.asp?ArticleID=997
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte):
When you ask young people about their media preferences and why, don't
argue their answers. Share your own media favorites and why thus
sharing insights and values in a genuine dialogue.
***Youtube video tip for the day (thank you Ms. Cherryl Sagan):
For the world's smallest newsletter: go to YouTube for the Bible in 3
minutes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3_UHjM7mow&feature=related .
What a discussion generator. Teens love it.
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
O'Connor):
"Moving Online: Faith Formation in a Digital Age" by Julie Anne Lytle,
Volume 4, Issue 1, Spring 2010 - Faith Formation and the New Digital
Media. You can create a free account for free resources at John
Roberto's http://www.lifelongfaith.com/. I just downloaded Mary Hess's
"Living Faith in a Media World". Wow!
***Youth Ministry Resource for the Day (thank you Mr. Kent Schmitz):
Lots of Youth Ministry info, happenings, kudos, resources and neat
stuff at http://www.dscottmiller.com
***Book suggestion for the day (thank you Ms. Kathy Ward):
"Mass, A Guide For Visual Learners" is a booklet for children and
adults with autism - or anyone who learns best visually. This is a
photo-rich book with clear text, explaining each part of the Mass. $5
+ $5 processing = $10. Read more at http://faithmag.com/faithmag/column2.asp?ArticleID=997
***Media literacy quote of the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte):
When you ask young people about their media preferences and why, don't
argue their answers. Share your own media favorites and why thus
sharing insights and values in a genuine dialogue.
***Youtube video tip for the day (thank you Ms. Cherryl Sagan):
For the world's smallest newsletter: go to YouTube for the Bible in 3
minutes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3_UHjM7mow&feature=related .
What a discussion generator. Teens love it.
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Monday, July 5, 2010
“Shortest Catechetical Media/Tech eLetter Ever” from NACMP Vol. 01 Issue 03
***Media literacy tip (thank you Sr. Maureen Crosby)
Boys Town Press has a new series out titled "Film Clips for Character
Education". The clips reinforce moral values such as: Honesty,
Cooperation, Respect etc... Movie titles include "Liar Liar, Cool
Runnings, Shrek, Big Fat Liar and many more. There are 8 DVDs in
package but can be purchased individually. These were recommended by
the Diocese of Brownsville Catholic School Counselors but can be used
in CCE also. (Website: http://www.filmclipsonline.org/ or Email: info@filmclipsonline.com
or just go to the Boys Town Press-www.BoysTownPress.org
***Youtube video tip for the day (thank you Mr. Kent Schmitz)
Two Lazy Frogs... you can't judge a book by its cover! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7P1vhTEe0g
***Idea for the day (thank you Ms. Tricia Tranel):
NACMP reminds me over and over of the power of media-used-well to
"spread the message." Whether it is a video clip that inspires an ah-
ha! moment, a song that speaks to the heart and brings tears to the
eyes, an active learning strategy gleaned from the latest resource
book that engages participants to the point where they cannot help but
become interested and involved, the result is the same: Media spreads
the message, tells the story, touches the heart in a way that could
not have been done otherwise. NACMP forever reminds me of the endless
possibilities for using media in our work as catechetical leaders.
***Media literacy tip (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte!):
Media literacy tip for the day:
When teaching kids about faith and media, remember what it was like to
be a teen; don't pass judgment on information and entertainment media
you have not seen or experienced personally. (cf. Media Minfdulness:
Educating Teens about Faith & Media, by G. Hailer, R. Pacatte, St.
Mary's Press, 2007)
***Ministry Tip for the Day (thank you Ms. Brenda Kresky):
Ya know when you are in ministry, and there are frustrations with what
you are or aren't offering?... Sometimes they ain't buyin' what we're
sellin'! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtN1YnoL46Q
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Boys Town Press has a new series out titled "Film Clips for Character
Education". The clips reinforce moral values such as: Honesty,
Cooperation, Respect etc... Movie titles include "Liar Liar, Cool
Runnings, Shrek, Big Fat Liar and many more. There are 8 DVDs in
package but can be purchased individually. These were recommended by
the Diocese of Brownsville Catholic School Counselors but can be used
in CCE also. (Website: http://www.filmclipsonline.org/ or Email: info@filmclipsonline.com
or just go to the Boys Town Press-www.BoysTownPress.org
***Youtube video tip for the day (thank you Mr. Kent Schmitz)
Two Lazy Frogs... you can't judge a book by its cover! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7P1vhTEe0g
***Idea for the day (thank you Ms. Tricia Tranel):
NACMP reminds me over and over of the power of media-used-well to
"spread the message." Whether it is a video clip that inspires an ah-
ha! moment, a song that speaks to the heart and brings tears to the
eyes, an active learning strategy gleaned from the latest resource
book that engages participants to the point where they cannot help but
become interested and involved, the result is the same: Media spreads
the message, tells the story, touches the heart in a way that could
not have been done otherwise. NACMP forever reminds me of the endless
possibilities for using media in our work as catechetical leaders.
***Media literacy tip (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte!):
Media literacy tip for the day:
When teaching kids about faith and media, remember what it was like to
be a teen; don't pass judgment on information and entertainment media
you have not seen or experienced personally. (cf. Media Minfdulness:
Educating Teens about Faith & Media, by G. Hailer, R. Pacatte, St.
Mary's Press, 2007)
***Ministry Tip for the Day (thank you Ms. Brenda Kresky):
Ya know when you are in ministry, and there are frustrations with what
you are or aren't offering?... Sometimes they ain't buyin' what we're
sellin'! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtN1YnoL46Q
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(This eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Saturday, June 5, 2010
“Shortest Catechetical Media/Tech eLetter Ever” from NACMP Vol. 01 Issue 02
***Youtube video tip for the day:
If you get NCCL's weekly notes from Lee Nagel, you may have seen the
Lost Generation video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42E2fAWM6rA It
is worth mentioning again.
***Media literacy tip for the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte!):
When teaching kids about faith and media, be fair towards information
and entertainment media. Avoid using imperatives such as "we must" we
"have to" regarding ways to respond to media; invite and motivate
students to be critical thinkers. (cf. Media Minfdulness: Educating
Teens about Faith & Media, by G. Hailer, R. Pacatte, St. Mary's
Press, 2007)
***Website suggestion for the day (thank you Ms. Kathy Ward!):
http://www.filmclipsonline.com/
Clips from popular Hollywood movies are used to exemplify key
character traits and issues surrounding moral development. The clips
provide students with situations that relate to 'real life'
experiences and draw them into a natural engagement with the subject.
This approach stimulates students' thinking on moral action and
character.
***Idea for the day (thank you Mr. Richard Drabik):
"If you don't promote, it doesn't exist."
So, if you have a blog, get posting! If you have a facebook page, what
are you doing on it?
***Tech Tool for the Day:
Google Docs!
Whaaat the hey? Whyyy the hey? A tutorial introducing you to Google
Docs can be found at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXQmbj3EpCg
Imagine: create a MS Word document through your browser, invite DREs
from Casstown, Ohio, to edit it, and then download the Word document
to your computer. Or, create a collaborative PowerPoint
Presentation... (check out this coming September issue of Catechist
magazine).
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(Welcome participants of the Diocese of Albany's Spring Event! This
eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
If you get NCCL's weekly notes from Lee Nagel, you may have seen the
Lost Generation video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42E2fAWM6rA It
is worth mentioning again.
***Media literacy tip for the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte!):
When teaching kids about faith and media, be fair towards information
and entertainment media. Avoid using imperatives such as "we must" we
"have to" regarding ways to respond to media; invite and motivate
students to be critical thinkers. (cf. Media Minfdulness: Educating
Teens about Faith & Media, by G. Hailer, R. Pacatte, St. Mary's
Press, 2007)
***Website suggestion for the day (thank you Ms. Kathy Ward!):
http://www.filmclipsonline.com/
Clips from popular Hollywood movies are used to exemplify key
character traits and issues surrounding moral development. The clips
provide students with situations that relate to 'real life'
experiences and draw them into a natural engagement with the subject.
This approach stimulates students' thinking on moral action and
character.
***Idea for the day (thank you Mr. Richard Drabik):
"If you don't promote, it doesn't exist."
So, if you have a blog, get posting! If you have a facebook page, what
are you doing on it?
***Tech Tool for the Day:
Google Docs!
Whaaat the hey? Whyyy the hey? A tutorial introducing you to Google
Docs can be found at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXQmbj3EpCg
Imagine: create a MS Word document through your browser, invite DREs
from Casstown, Ohio, to edit it, and then download the Word document
to your computer. Or, create a collaborative PowerPoint
Presentation... (check out this coming September issue of Catechist
magazine).
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(Welcome participants of the Diocese of Albany's Spring Event! This
eLetter is a free service from the National Association of
Catechetical Media Professionals, www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be
short. Very short. If you would like to "unsubscribe", simply reply to
this eLetter and let me know. It will only hurt my feelings slightly!
Blessings! Tim Welch, President, NACMP.)
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
“Shortest Catechetical Media/Tech eLetter Ever” from NACMP Vol. 01 Issue 01
***Youtube video tip for the day:
Indescribable at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlKhw_o6kzE is a
glorious sync video depicting God's authorship of all creation,
including math, physics, and science! Very positive!
***Media literacy tip for the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte!):
When teaching kids about faith and media, do honor their media
opinions, experience and learning; motivate your students through
inquiry and discovery.
(cf. Media Minfdulness: Educating Teens about Faith & Media, by G.
Hailer, R. Pacatte, St. Mary's Press, 2007)
***Book suggestion for the day (thank you Ms. Tricia Tranel):
The Catechist's Magic Kit: Eighty Simple Tricks For Teaching
Catholicism To Kids, http://tinyurl.com/33ebdem
One of my favorite resources is "The Catechist's Magic Kit: Eighty
Simple Tricks For Teaching Catholicism To Kids" by Angelo Stagnaro,
Crossroad Publishing Company, ©2009. The tricks are fully explained
and most are easy to perform using household items. The tricks
correspond to the topics of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, so
it is easy to find a trick for almost every formation session.
Explanations are provided for making the connection between the trick
and the theological or spiritual truth being shared, and kids of all
ages (and adults!) sit up and listen whenever I bring out another
magic trick.
***eResource for the day (thank you Sr. Caroline Cerveny and
Interactive Connections)
Check out Interactive Connections's (IC) first quarterly eNewsletter
at http://tinyurl.com/38oqclz! IC addresses the "the need to gather
faith leaders, teachers, catechists and all who would be interested in
a faith-based educational technology ministry (pg. 1 of IC's
eNewsletter)."
***Tech Tool for the Day:
What the heck is Twitter, really? Here is a great, short introduction http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddO9idmax0o
... but it is a bit outdated. When it talks about sharing personal
notes, think about sharing other short bits of serious information,
like great videos you've found, news articles, websites, coupons and
good books. My favorite so far is from Terry Freedman, http://twitter.com/terryfreedman
, an English educator, who "tweets" ed-tech resources.: (BTW, you can
follow me at http://twitter.com/timewelch)
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(Welcome PCL Forum members! This eLetter is a free service from the
National Association of Catechetical Media Professionals,
www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be short. Very short. If you would like
to "unsubscribe", simply reply to this eLetter and let me know. It
will only hurt my feelings slightly! Blessings! Tim Welch,
President, NACMP.)
Indescribable at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlKhw_o6kzE is a
glorious sync video depicting God's authorship of all creation,
including math, physics, and science! Very positive!
***Media literacy tip for the day (thank you Sr. Rose Pacatte!):
When teaching kids about faith and media, do honor their media
opinions, experience and learning; motivate your students through
inquiry and discovery.
(cf. Media Minfdulness: Educating Teens about Faith & Media, by G.
Hailer, R. Pacatte, St. Mary's Press, 2007)
***Book suggestion for the day (thank you Ms. Tricia Tranel):
The Catechist's Magic Kit: Eighty Simple Tricks For Teaching
Catholicism To Kids, http://tinyurl.com/33ebdem
One of my favorite resources is "The Catechist's Magic Kit: Eighty
Simple Tricks For Teaching Catholicism To Kids" by Angelo Stagnaro,
Crossroad Publishing Company, ©2009. The tricks are fully explained
and most are easy to perform using household items. The tricks
correspond to the topics of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, so
it is easy to find a trick for almost every formation session.
Explanations are provided for making the connection between the trick
and the theological or spiritual truth being shared, and kids of all
ages (and adults!) sit up and listen whenever I bring out another
magic trick.
***eResource for the day (thank you Sr. Caroline Cerveny and
Interactive Connections)
Check out Interactive Connections's (IC) first quarterly eNewsletter
at http://tinyurl.com/38oqclz! IC addresses the "the need to gather
faith leaders, teachers, catechists and all who would be interested in
a faith-based educational technology ministry (pg. 1 of IC's
eNewsletter)."
***Tech Tool for the Day:
What the heck is Twitter, really? Here is a great, short introduction http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddO9idmax0o
... but it is a bit outdated. When it talks about sharing personal
notes, think about sharing other short bits of serious information,
like great videos you've found, news articles, websites, coupons and
good books. My favorite so far is from Terry Freedman, http://twitter.com/terryfreedman
, an English educator, who "tweets" ed-tech resources.: (BTW, you can
follow me at http://twitter.com/timewelch)
If any links do not work, simply copy and paste them into your
browser's URL field, making sure no spaces accidentally get into it.
(Welcome PCL Forum members! This eLetter is a free service from the
National Association of Catechetical Media Professionals,
www.nacmp.org. It is meant to be short. Very short. If you would like
to "unsubscribe", simply reply to this eLetter and let me know. It
will only hurt my feelings slightly! Blessings! Tim Welch,
President, NACMP.)
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