Digital Storytelling in the Classroom: New Media Pathways to Literacy, Learning, and Creativity

by Jason B. Ohler (Editor)

Technologically experienced and novice educators can use this NCTE standards–aligned text to empower students to create digital stories based on the principles of storytelling, technology application, and media technique.

Genres: Education, Technology, Professional Development

248 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2007

Reviews

[Cortney Mere · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’m not sure why this man’s editor allowed him to use the annoying Captain Obvious cliche so many times, but aside from that this book was useful. I was worried it would be irrelevant when it started out saying, “These days, cell phones can be used as cameras for still images as well as video; they can collect audio, play music, & download material from the web." Thankfully though, it didn’t feel irrelevant since he focused on the quality of the story first and foremost — which never goes out of style.

From what I read, I was able to create a few new techniques for helping students plan their stories. Going deeper, it made me reflect on what good digital “grammar” looks like and how we should teach students to responsibly use media we find online.

[Carolyn Browne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Integrates learning, literacy, media and storytelling. I see Digital Storytelling as a welcome addition to any school of education. Storytelling can be a wonderful family activity. Digital Storytelling can be a tool for a family to record and share it's story while enhancing the children's literacy, media and learning abilities.

[bjneary · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the author's storytelling in education and the many aspects of assessment, the media production process, the digital storytelling toolbox and the all important copyright and fair use in education. A very practical book.

[Kevin Hodgson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice overview of digital storytelling and its use in the classsroom, with examples and walk-throughs and reasons behind the projects.

[Sally]

Available at UWM Libraries

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

My students (English-teachers-to-be) like this book for its straightforward directions and resources.