Adviser Update Spring 2016 | Page 14

HOW TO CHOOSE A TRAVEL AGENCY FOR MULTIMEDIA STORYTELLING While there are many travel agencies that take students to familiar locations like western Europe, I chose to work with Peace Works Travel that specializes in tours to developing nations that have a troubled past with the U.S. Whatever organization you choose, take a look at how long they’ve been in business, and ask for references. Cost is always important, but remember that you’ll pay more that just booking your own trip. Fees include a full-time local guide that speaks the language, and access to important figures and NGOs willing to work with students for interviews. MICHAEL HERNANDEZ Michael advises the Pacemakerwinning Mustang Morning News in Manhattan Beach, CA. He is a speaker, author and advocate for student voices, and believes that multimedia storytelling is key to making meaningful changes in society. Michael is an Apple Distinguished Educator, PBS Digital Innovator, and the inaugural JEA National Broadcast Adviser of the Year. Follow him on twitter @cinehead Student Christopher Andrews shoots video footage on a boat in the Mekong Delta. Students had to be mobile and ready to record at a moment’s notice. Tate Hildyard sets up a camera to record an interview. Most students provided their own equipment, but others, like Tate, used school cameras and microphones.