Matthew Shipman

Shipman is teaching a new English class at Saint Paul Central High School entitled "Analyzing Nonfiction Through Radio and Film Documentaries." The course will expand students' reading and writing skills by engaging them in creating documentaries. The project will require extensive hands-on work and oral communication skills. First, students will study and analyze the art of documentaries. Then the class will write essays and scripts for the creation of their documentaries. Students will have the opportunity to acquire concepts and skills used in the field of media production. Shipman, who resides in Minneapolis, believes the use of technological tools will motivate students to capture and tell an inspiring story.