Digital Storytelling
Note: this page links to assignments and assessment tools. For information about how to use specific software applications, check Technology Integration .
Tips for success as teachers integrate digital storytelling in the classroom.
Many of these tips also apply to digital storytelling.
Students are required to read a novel of their choice. Students will then demonstrate an understanding of that novel by creating a book talk. In the book talk, students will be required to give an overview of the book, read two passages, and give an overall critique of the book. Students will create a Photostory for the presentation.
An outstanding example of digital storytelling.
One-page handout with 5 essential elements for good storytelling. Uses "The Ugly Duckling" and more contemporary stories for examples.
Everything you need to help students craft a digital story is here: models, procedures, rubrics.
This collection of links includes classroom applications and an FAQ list.
This site offers practical tips with wit and insight.
A teacher talks about digital storytelling in his classroom and offers step-by-step advice for those who'd like to try it in theirs.
offers "how-to" articles, samples, and lesson plans for digital storytelling. Registration required.
Follow the links on the left for a list of resources.
It's all here: introduction, getting started, examples, resources, and more.
An overview of the process.
This page explains types of licenses for music use, include Creative Commons, and links to sites that offer music for use, explaining the type of license for each.
This 5-page handout includes tips for a good interview and includes a model. It is designed for grades 6-12 and requires Adobe Reader for access.
A teacher details her planning for a classroom multimedia unit on personal narrative. Adobe Reader required for access.
Use the art on the site to illustrate or inspire student storytelling. Good for elementary students or those writing for them.
Students consider stories about adolescence and adolescents, and then fictionalize a scene from their lives in storyboards for graphic novels.
A variety of royalty-free music tracks for background music. Requires Google account for access.