Sep 28 2009
“I Am What I Learn” Video Contest
President Barak Obama and Education Secretary Arne Duncan have announce a video contest asking students to inspire them with their stories. The contest, called “I Am What I Learn,” is accepting entries from middle school, high school, and college students ages 13 and older. Students can submit videos up to two minutes long, and entries must be received by Nov. 2. The top three finalist will receive $1,000. Winners will be announced during the week of December 1.
Here are the rules:
- Each video must be submitted by an active student, age 13 or older.
- Contestants chosen as finalists will be contacted through their YouTube account and must respond within seven business days to confirm eligibility.
- Finalists under the age of 18 must submit a parental consent form.
- Videos must be two minutes or less in length.
- The contest’s page on the U.S. Department of Education (ED) web site (www.ed.gov/IAmWhatILearn) must be featured in the video.
- The video content must be original.
- The video must convey the importance of education, as well as the student’s individual academic goals.
source: eSchool News http://www.eschoolnews.com/news/top-news/index.cfm?i=60852
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