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A great post that reminds readers about the transcendence of narrative writing across genres (and across subjects!) The teacher uses historical and science fiction as inspiration for her ELA students' writing projects, but ideas, such as the "What if . . ." digital presentation project she mentions from Larry Ferlazzo could be used in almost any subject. The author's ideas for having students prove their informational research are also very helpful. I loved reading the post, too. Her, "Nobody puts baby in a corner," quote made me laugh out loud.

Digital storytelling, the practice of combining narrative with digital content, is gaining more ground in the educational field. Many schools and educational cent...

Digital storytelling, the practice of combining narrative with digital content, is gaining more ground in the educational field. Many schools and educational cent...

Inspiring and enlightening narrative about a high school teacher's experience integrating digital tools and storytelling into his classes (including lots of lessons learned!) and a "how to" guide for aspiring technology integrators.

Cloud based wizard for creating digital stories. Features script creation, voice recording, image loading etc. Free from the University of Virginia.

Digital Storyteller is a web-based tool that offers teachers and students frictionless access to digital images and materials that enable them to construct compelling personal narratives. Digital Storyteller was developed as an initiative of Primary Access. You can enter this site use guest login without registration. 

I thought this was interesting. By using the FLDOE website, you can search for your district and see what their District Plan is for the year. I know we have been introduced to it in my school, but this goes into depth. It's great to know what you are working towards.

Those who lean to the Right politically probably won't be interested in this article, but it fits the Left's narrative that big business has too much influence on public policy, particularly on education policy ... particularly on educational technology policy.

Lure of the Labyrinth is a digital game for middle-school pre-algebra students. It includes a wealth of intriguing math-based puzzles wrapped into an exciting narrative game in which students work to find their lost pet - and save the world from monsters!

I am going to use this with some of my remedial kids! Thanks!

This is awesome, I am going to send this to my nephew, and use in class. It will help my chemistry kids with the math issues they have. Thank you!!

High level overview of six elements leading to effective "digital stories." Via @DianaAmend

Video recording of a big picture, well-executed presentation on digital storytelling by digital humanist Dr. Bryan Alexander given at Case Western Reserve University.