After reviewing Banaszewski’s article, I feel that digital storytelling would be an asset to any classroom. The inclusion of iMovie helped the students feel as if they were directors/producers of their own stories. Banaszewski’s stated, “I got students to share in a way that quickly instilled a positive classroom environment and empowered students’ voices” (pg. 2). Digital storytelling would be of great assistance in writing in all classes. Pre-writing or planning could also be completed via another software program as Inspiration or Thinking Maps. Some hesitant teachers need to realize that presenting information or telling stories can be created and delivered in more ways than the traditional pencil/paper approach.
Before utilizing this type of technology, teachers need to be sure that students can use the digital storytelling software and can also scan and upload images, perform pod casts, and locate music of public domain. Digital storytelling could be used in English to tell a special memory or in lieu of a book report. In Social Studies, students could create projects telling of a slave’s life or describing a battle in the American Revolution. In Science, students could create presentations that tell about scientists’ contributions even from the scientist’ point-of-view. In Math, students could create a story on how to use the quadratic formula correctly or create a multiplication rap. The possible classroom uses are endless. If teachers would incorporate such meaningful activities in class, these 21st century learners would benefit greatly.
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