digital storytelling

Do you like telling stories? Do you like reading stories? Well then you have got to try digital storytelling! If you want to keep up to date with your students, this is the way to go! Keep your students engaged!

Just like any type of story, there are certain elements that are needed. First, you need to have a point of view and dramatic question. The next important elements that stand out are the emotional content, your voice, to make meaning, and the soundtrack sets the mood. Another important element is the economy to balance between the uditory and visual track. Finally, make sure you have pacing to keep the attention of the audience and rhythm of the story.

Dreon, Kerper, and Leon mention how this helps cognitive, interpersonal, organizational, and technical skills. But in order to teach students how to do this, teachers must first know how to do it as well. It's one thing to learn how to integrate technology into your classroom, but you also need to know how to model and integrate it into different content areas.

Just like we teach our students, don't be afraid to try it! Chances are other teachers feel the same way. While it is important to use this in your classroom, be aware of the socioeconomic background and learning needs of your students. They may not benefit from this or have access to some of these tools at home.