Digital storytelling combines the ancient art of oral storytelling with modern multimedia tools to deliver tales using images, sound, music, and voice. In other words, the stories students have written on paper or have presented orally are transformed into digital format through the use of computers and digital cameras (1).
The whole process of developing a digital story requires students to exhibit a range of skills and/or talents including writing, technical, and artistic and creative skills (1). Because creating a digital story is a very interactive process, the e-learning tool has strong correlation to the learning engagement theory. Students’ involvement in the process encourages them to concentrate on the task and the objectives involved in its completion in an interactive fashion. Moreover, when collaborative groups are involved, the teamwork and communication required can improve students understanding of the requirements of the assessment and can create a deeper understanding of course content through discussion.
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1)http://www.lubbockisd.org/sfirenza/storytelling/
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What feature of digital storytelling is most beneficial to student learning in your opinion?
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Hi!
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, the student can reflect on actual story. They can write or talk their emotion, feeling or experiences reflect to the digital story telling. That is one of the powerful and valuable learning for them.
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Makiko
Hi Makiko
ReplyDeleteYes. Students who are able to express their thoughts, opinions, and inner emotions will not only exceed in the classroom through their writing (as this is critical to constructing a good essay thesis) but also in life. I think teachers should focus more on preparing students for life. This is just as important, if not more so, than preparing them for work. The ability to communicate effectively is imperative to students in every aspect of their lives, work or social. There is no doubt that story telling and reflection can promote good communication skills.
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Lyneale