Tags: adult education

I've been involved as a teacher and materials writer in adult basic eduction for several years. I teach English language mostly and often work with people who have low literacy levels; and the self-esteem issues that often accompany. Many of the people I work with are people who find themselves, for many different reasons, away from home and trying to find their way in a new and often strange environment. I feel that narratives are an integral part of human life; they define us and direct us on our way. I believe, and continue to find, that once you can loosen the lid people are brimming over with stories they want, and often need, to tell. I feel that, apart from the obvious educational value of such storytelling projects, allowing people the opportunity to tell their story is a hugely worthwhile way to spend one's time and energy.

I'm a dstory trainer and artist now in Oakland, CA.   I've been using Digital Stories in adult education since 2003 with students and teachers in Tucson, AZ.  In 2006/2007, I also worked in southern China teaching english and creating dstories with university students and instructors.