1. How does the project detailed in the video support the research process that is consistent with the kind of research people encounter in the workplace?
First, the research is personal to them. When people in the workplace are conducting research they are looking for information that is important to their work, just like in this video these people have identified a problem and want to find a solution. Also, they are collaborating with the locals. Everyone's opinion and perspective is important. This applies to the workplace because, usually, a unit runs more smoothly when everyone is working together and listening to each other. Members of a workplace share information, just like the locals were sharing information with the researchers. Everyone is working towards a common goal, and that is the most important aspect.
2. How does this project support new literacies?
New literacies are defined as “a set of cultural competencies and social skills which young people need as they confront the new media landscape.” (Jenkins) This project represents authentic research. The problem directly affects the people and culture of Borneo. Throughout the project observations were made, data was collected, authenticated, and analyzed, and solutions were considered.
Sources
International Reading Association. (2009). New Literacies and 21st Century Technologies. Retrieved from http://www.reading.org/Libraries/position-statements-and-resolutions/ps1067_NewLiteracies21stCentury.pdf.
International Society for Technology in Education. (2012). ISTE 2012 Wednesday Keynote Dr. Willie Smits with Christopher Gauthier. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7-qjllPCOo.
Jenkins, Henry. (2008).What can Wikipedia Teach Us About the New Media Literacies. Retrieved from http://hosted4.mediasite.com/mediasite/Viewer/?peid=a3224ae765a64c70a8e33ee164992f511d.
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