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Literacy projects to develop student's communication & relationships with their families, peers & communities.
Literacy & Communication Projects
Sydney, Australia
Writing on a blank page is daunting for everyone. Bookform's page guides students to collect oral histories, stories & information, using voice-to-text (any language) & contributions from others, to automatically create a digital & print book for school projects. Students content can be shared in the classroom for literacy lessons & more, peer-bonding & identity development.
Communication, Connected Learning, Creative technology, EMPATHY, Literacy, Relationship skills, SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING
Introduction
The Family Book Project
“This project far exceeded all of our expectations. The students formed amazing friendships with their resident and the joy it generated for everyone involved was wonderful."
The King's School teacher, Kathryn Fraser 2018”
Carey Furze, Bookform Founder
World-first technology scaffolds students in literacy & communication projects through experiential learning. Students collect personal life stories and photos from family & community into a printable digital book.
Used by:
Australia:The King's School, The Scots College, Tangara Girl's School, Reddam House, Canterbury Boy's School.
Singapore: GIIS Global Indian International School.
USA: Anthea's Advanced Academy
TV coverage: Write of Passage
Enquires to: office@bookform.com.au
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Innovation Overview
12
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18
Age Group
1 087
Children/Users
4
Countries
2017
Established
For-profit
Organisation
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Focus areas
Communication, Connected Learning, Creative technology, EMPATHY, Literacy, Relationship skills, SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING
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https://bookform.com.au
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Carey Furze
Sydney
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Achievements & Awards
June 2019
Year 7 English Life Writing
May 2019
100 views
August 2018
HundrED Open
August 2018
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