A student scriber is giving your students the task of teaching others through their own words and examples of the new knowledge they have gained.  It is also the task of giving your students the chance to electronically record their learning experiences.

The Power of Teachbacks.

"Teachbacks can be time consuming however, they have wonderful learning outcomes.

Teaching and training involve investment, writing (or typing), organizing, discussing, reflecting, sharing, applying and practicing. They utilize all the elements of improving retention. It is impossible to teach something well without deepening your own learning and retention."

Training Magazine Sept / Oct 2010

Presbyterian Day School's 5th and 6th grade examples of student scribing.

http://5pdsmath.posterous.com/

http://6pdsscience.posterous.com/

4th Graders using Edmodo to scribe during book clubs. 

6th Graders backchannelling during Math class.

Windy May's blog on how writing plays a part in developing understanding in math. http://pds5thgrademath.blogspot.com/

Blogging

Darren Kuroptwa's Student Scribe Podcast

Student Blog Scribers

Microblogging

Back Channeling

Setting It Up Recommendations

Excellent article on 10 important skills that educators and school stakeholders feel MOST important for our students.  These skills are encouraged when one uses student scribers in the classroom.