Digital Storytelling in Higher Education
Welcome to the Flash Course “Digital Storytelling in Higher Education”! This engaging online session invites educators, students, and curious minds to explore the potential of digital storytelling as a powerful pedagogical tool. In a world where communication is increasingly multimodal, storytelling through digital media offers new ways to enhance learning, foster creativity, and connect emotionally with academic content. During this workshop-style session, participants will engage with inspiring examples and reflect on how to integrate digital storytelling into teaching, learning, and assessment practices. Registration is free but mandatory.
Content
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The pedagogical principles and benefits of digital storytelling in higher education.
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How to design and structure a compelling digital story for educational purposes.
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Tools and platforms to create interactive and multimedia-rich stories.
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Strategies for using storytelling to enhance student engagement, reflection, and assessment.
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Case studies and good practices in higher education contexts.
Target Audience
Higher education teachers interested in innovative pedagogical practices, students eager to explore creative forms of academic expression, and anyone curious about how storytelling can transform learning environments through digital media.
Motivation
Digital storytelling bridges the gap between content and emotion, offering an innovative approach to teaching and learning that supports deeper understanding, creativity, and critical thinking. Whether you're looking to transform your teaching methods or enrich student learning experiences, this course will equip you with practical ideas and tools to make stories come alive in the classroom.