digital storytelling by kayleigh willard
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Digital Storytelling for the Development of 21st
Century Literacy Skills
Kayleigh Willard
What is Digital Storytelling?• Modern approach to
storytelling. • A student or group of
students tells a story digitally using images, music, voice, and text.
• Usually focuses on a specific theme or event.
• Does not require any experience with movie making.
Why Use Digital Storytelling in the Classroom?
• Creating digital stories enhances technology-rich project learning.
• Encourages students to think critically about different subjects and present
their ideas in a creative way.
• Empowers students by letting their voices be heard and allowing them to publish their work.
• Makes learning relevant and meaningful to students.
How to Tell a Digital Story1. Find Your Story • Decide what kind of story would
best fit your topic. • Keep in mind who you are
telling the story to.
2. Map Your Story • Decide how you want to tell
your story.• Give your story a beginning,
middle and end.
How to Tell a Digital Story3.Capture Your Audiences Attention Right Away• Find a way to grab your audience's
attention.o Dramatic question or shocking
start. 4. Tell Your Story from Your Unique Point of View• Encourage others to see things
the way you see them.
How to Tell a Digital Story 5. Use Fresh and Vivid Language• Don't let the images overpower
the words.
6. Provoke Emotion• Choose an emotion you want
your story to provoke and stick with it throughout the presentation.
7. Use Your Own Voice • Be Yourself.
How to Tell a Digital Story8. Choose Your Images and Sounds Carefully• Each addition to the project
should have a purpose.
9. Be as Brief as You Can Be• Longer doesn't mean better.
10. Make Sure Your Story Has Rhythm • Keep it moving.• Different for each genre.
Digital Storytelling Projects• Digistory about the life and work of an
important author.
• Autobiography introducing student to classmates.
• A "How to" story with step-by-step instructions.
• Book Report explaining the main elements of a story.
• Share a traditional meal of the student's culture with pictures/recipes
of the meal.
Programs for Creating Digital Stories Image Blender
Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Photo Story 3
Photsynth
Windows Movie Maker
Examples of Digital Stories
Other Examples
ReferencesDigital Storytelling
Digital Storytelling Examples Digital Storytelling in the Classroom
Digital Storytelling: A Tutorial in 10 Easy Steps Google Images
Youtube