Digital Storytelling The Craft of Using Technology to Tell a Story Presenters: Celeste Jones, MSW, PhD Seema Sehrawat, MSW, PhD

Background Digital Storytelling What is it? Stories help us find meaning in life events and are an important mechanism for transferring information and culture from one generation to the next (Lambert et al., 2007). Digital Storytelling What is it? Use of media Text, TEXT, Text Visuals Music Video Short 2-5 minutes The storytelling format makes the case more convincing sway an audience increase donations create a connection to the audience

The Compelling Nature of a Story Powerful change agent ties actions and outcomes See the personal domain in any discipline Narrative Pedagogy Experiential learning theory Apply knowledge and experience to real life situations-situated context Changing the Mindset Move from content based learning to experiential learning in real world situations Reflective process provides deep learning – what stands out, what concerns you, why do you say that, what else could it be? Why?, what do you already know that helps in this situation

Digital Storytelling Process… Guided focus thru a story circle... I knew I was a _____________when.” Individual’s Journey Factual --– Emotional/Meaningful ---– Grounding ---External/tangible Acceptance Confirmation Resolution Transformational Cathartic/therapeutic Viewer’s Journey Transference Parallel connection A connection beyond the story Transcends age, culture, diversity, life experiences, etc… wave of connectedness

Learn Digital Storytelling A great way to begin learning about Digital Storytelling is by watching examples: Cartographer Extraordinaire By Eugenie Rovai LINK

Digital Stories on our YouTube Channel: MyStory-MyVoice They are golden! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHo0txSbZMumFxCyb63NdBg Celina’s Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncUGUGcqbGU

Activity # 1 Think about a moment in your life in relation to Chico State? Maybe your first day on campus, your first day of class, your first publication, getting the tenure and promotion letter, make belief (just make up a story), etc. You have a story to tell around that moment? Reflect on that moment for 2-3 minutes and then find a partner to share the story!

Story Feedback:

Mark Twain quotes this from a letter that Script Writing Mark Twain quotes this from a letter that he wrote to a friend: “Forgive me, this is a long letter. I would have written you a short letter, but I didn’t have the time.”

Tips on Script Writing Informal/conversation style of writing script Show vs. Tell Break story into small sections When you record the script, remember: To talk slower than your normal pace Uses pauses to emphasize aspects of the story Sometimes silence can speak more than words can

Explicit vs Implicit Consider using explicit images when the specifics of the photo (subject, time, place…) are necessary to establish context Consider using implicit images when emotion or insight are being established Consider using a photo instead of stating the obvious in your script.

Digital Storytelling as Tool Intergenerational collaboration, and Student engagement in aging research and education in general Enhancing social connectedness among older adults Team-Building Leadership Practically in Any Sphere

7 Elements of Digital Storytelling 1. Point of View What is the main point of the story and what is the perspective of the author? 2. A Dramatic Question A key question that keeps the viewer’s attention and will be answered by the end of the story. 3. Emotional Content Serious issues that come alive in a personal and powerful way and connects the story to the audience. 4. The Gift of Your Voice A way to personalize the story to help the audience understand the context. 5. The Power of the Soundtrack Music or other sounds that support and embellish the storyline. 6. Economy Using just enough content to tell the story without overloading the viewer. 7. Pacing The rhythm of the story and how slowly or quickly it progresses.

7 Elements of Digital Storytelling Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NipDAd3_7Do

Creating Digital Story telling using PPT and Adobe Spark Using PowerPoint https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CP4cqpDQ6h4 Using Adobe Spark (Abobe Voice) – A Lynda.com tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpWnEshQR3w

On your own… Review how to create video using PowerPoint and Adobe Spark Video App You have a story to tell around that moment? Reflect on that moment and think about the story and come prepared to create a digital story