Transform Your Classroom with Digital Storytelling and Creativity
DESCRIPTION
In the digital age, teaching goes beyond textbooks and lectures. To engage today’s students and equip them with future-ready skills, educators must integrate technology into their classrooms. This course focuses on the power of digital storytelling as an innovative, cross-curricular tool that enhances student engagement while fostering essential 21st-century competencies, including Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Creativity (the 4Cs). Teachers of all subjects will gain the skills to use digital storytelling in a practical, hands-on way, creating captivating lessons that combine the best of traditional and digital pedagogies.
Participants will explore the theoretical foundations of digital storytelling, understand its pedagogical benefits, and gain practical experience in designing and producing digital story lessons. Through interactive workshops, educators will create their own digital story lessons by integrating multimedia elements such as text, audio, images, and video. By the end of the course, teachers will be equipped with the necessary tools to confidently use digital storytelling to enhance their students' learning experiences.
COMPETENCES
Ability to use digital tools for creating, editing, and sharing stories.
Analyze and craft compelling narratives that challenge students to think critically.
Design and implement creative, subject-specific digital stories.
Work effectively in peer groups to review and improve digital storytelling projects.
Overcome challenges during the digital storytelling process, from scriptwriting to editing.
Understand copyright laws and effectively use Creative Commons resources.
METHODOLOGY
Learner-Centered Approach: Hands-on activities and workshops to actively develop skills.
Interactive Lectures: Explore concepts and theory behind educational digital storytelling.
Workshops: Practical sessions to design, record, and edit digital stories.
Peer-to-Peer Learning: Collaborate with international participants through feedback and shared experiences in story circles.
Real-Life Application: Create digital story lessons tailored to subject matter and curriculum.
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9:00–9:30 Introduction to Course Goals, Structure, and Importance of Digital Storytelling
9:30–10:15 Icebreaker Activities: Building Collaboration Among Participants
10:15–10:30 Coffee Break
10:30–11:00 Overview of 21st-Century Skills (4Cs: Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, Communication)
11:00–12:00 Exploring the Educational Benefits of Digital Storytelling
12:00–13:00 Participant Presentations: Sharing Schools and Teaching Practices
13:00–14:00 Reflection and Discussion
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9:00–9:30 Exploring the Process of Creating a Compelling Educational Story
9:30–10:15 Crafting Narratives Aligned With Educational Objectives
10:15–10:30 Coffee Break
10:30–11:30 Guided Brainstorming: Developing Ideas for Digital Story Topics
11:30–12:30 Writing a 300-Word Script Related to Teaching Subjects
12:30–13:00 Sharing Draft Scripts and Group Feedback
13:00–14:00 Reflection: Refining Story Ideas
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9:00–9:30 Basics of Visual Language and Photography for Storytelling
9:30–10:00 Using Creative Commons Materials for Visuals and Videos
10:00–10:15 Coffee Break
10:15–11:30 Creating a Storyboard for the Digital Story
11:30–12:30 Guided Practice: Collecting Copyright-Free Images and Videos
12:30–13:00 Sharing Storyboards and Receiving Peer Feedback
13:00–14:00 Reflection: Enhancing Visual Narratives
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9:00–9:30 Overview of Tools for Recording Voiceovers and Narrations
9:30–10:00 Techniques for Effective Voiceovers: Tone, Pace, and Clarity
10:00–10:15 Coffee Break
10:15–11:00 Understanding the Role of Music and Sound in Digital Stories
11:00–12:30 Guided Practice: Recording Voiceovers and Selecting Musical Tracks
12:30–13:00 Sharing Recordings and Collaborative Feedback
13:00–14:00 Reflection: Perfecting Audio Elements
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9:00–9:30 Introduction to Video Editing Software and Basic Techniques
9:30–10:15 Editing Visuals: Cutting, Transitions, and Effects
10:15–10:30 Coffee Break
10:30–12:00 Participants Edit Their Digital Stories: Incorporating Visuals, Sound, and Narration
12:00–13:00 Group Screening: Peer Review and Constructive Feedback
13:00–14:00 Reflection: Finalizing and Sharing Stories
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9:00–9:30 Recap of Key Learnings and Competencies Acquired
9:30–10:15 Group Discussion: Applying Digital Storytelling in Education
10:15–10:30 Coffee Break
10:30–11:00 Awarding of Certificates of Attendance
11:00–12:30 Excursion or Cultural Activities: Celebrating Course Completion and Building International Connections
12:30–13:00 Closing Remarks and Group Photo
13:00–14:00 Final Reflections and Networking
RESULTS
Understand and apply the 4Cs (Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Creativity) in educational digital storytelling.
Gain writing skills to craft compelling narratives aligned with subject matter.
Develop proficiency in media literacy and integrate visual elements, sound, and music effectively into digital stories.
Use various digital tools for storytelling, including sound recording, editing, and publishing.
Cultivate collaboration skills through peer reviews and an international story circle.
Develop confidence in using educational digital storytelling across various subjects to engage and inspire students.
Master ethical media use, including copyright regulations and Creative Commons resources.
Course Format
One-week length: two weeks or other formats are available on request.
4-5 hours per day: from Monday to Friday, with excursions planned during the training.
Fully fundable: Meeting the Erasmus+ KA1 budget criteria.
Flexible: change courses, locations, or dates without fees
Audience and requirements
Courses are structured around the collective sharing of participants’ experiences, therefore all courses are in English. For participants with a very low English level, we advised to come with a translator in the team.
We provide tailored courses for school roles like teachers, principals, and staff, as well as for different levels of IT skills. Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of professionals such as adult educators, language teachers, youth workers, and social workers, ensuring they have a meaningful impact in education and social work.
€80/ day
Our services include:
✔ Infopack about the location
✔ Pre-arrival information.
✔ Tuition & training materials.
✔ Coffee break.
✔ Training Certificate.
✔Europass Certificate.
✔ Admin & organisational costs.
Additional Services:
✔ Accommodation options, including hotels and self-catering apartments
✔ Half-day and full-day trips
✔ Cultural experiences and local activities
✔ Airport transfer services
✔ Local transportation arrangements
Our Pricing:
100% funded by the Erasmus Plus Program
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