Bog #4

 BLOG 4

The topic related to new media, new literacies, or participatory culture that I choose to conduct my research on is the Impact of digital storytelling on student learning and engagement in the classroom. Digital storytelling makes reference to the use of digital tools such as video, audio, images, and multimedia to create and share narratives. It allows students to construct stories, express their creativity, and communicate ideas using a number of media formats. The focus of my research will be the potential Effectiveness in Enhancing Literacy Skills which will investigate how digital storytelling contributes to the development of literacy skills, including reading comprehension, writing proficiency, and digital literacy. I will explore whether students demonstrate improved understanding and expression of narratives through digital mediums compared to traditional methods. It will also focus on the Impact on Engagement and Motivation. I will research how digital storytelling enhances student engagement and motivation during the learning process and examine whether the multimedia aspect of digital stories captures students' interest and increases their willingness to participate actively in storytelling activities.

Roy, A., & Bhavani, S. (2023). Young language learners’ perceptions of the impact of using digital storytelling applications in English language learning. Onomazein : revista de linguística y traducción del Instituto de Letras de la Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, 62, 2212-

This article highlights the integration of technology in the classroom among English language learners . A survey conducted to understand if  Digital storytelling would help facilitate student learning outcomes especially those whose first language was not english. The survey revealed that integrating DST into the curriculum had a rewarding learning outcome but it was revealed that some students were comfortable with the traditional way of learning which is the use of textbooks and refuted the use of technology. They considered textbooks to be  the main source of educational  instruction. The survey was an exploration of how digital storytelling applications influence English language learning among young learners and focuses on students' perceptions of these tools and their impact on language acquisition, engagement, and overall learning experiences.

Blithe, S. J., Carrera, W., & Medaille, A. (2015). Stories of service-learning: guidelines for increasing student engagement with digital storytelling. Journal of Library Innovation, 6(1), 60-.

The article provides guidelines and recommendations for educators to effectively integrate digital storytelling into service-learning initiatives, aiming to increase student engagement and enhance learning outcomes. It emphasizes the transformative potential of digital storytelling in connecting students with real-world issues and promoting reflective practices. It highlights the elements of digital storytelling like the point of view, emotional content and more.

Overall digital storytelling is used to amplify the impact of service-learning by providing a medium for students to share their experiences, insights, and emotions related to community service projects. It encourages students to reflect critically on their service experiences and communicate their learning to broader audiences.

Gillespie, B. (2022). Using Digital Storytelling and Game-Based Learning to Increase Student Engagement and Connect Theory with Practice. Teaching and Learning Inquiry, 10. https://doi.org/10.20343/teachlearninqu.10.14

The article "Using Digital Storytelling and Game-Based Learning to Increase Student Engagement and Connect Theory with Practice" explores innovative educational approaches to enhance student engagement through digital storytelling and game-based learning. It discusses the integration of digital storytelling and game-based learning to create engaging educational experiences that bridge theoretical knowledge with practical application. It emphasizes the transformative potential of these methods in fostering active learning and meaningful student engagement. The author concludes that “the results of this experiment make a strong case for why instructors, particularly in professional programs that teach skills and theory simultaneously, should explore opportunities to use games as part of their curriculum.”

Youling Li, Di Chen, & Xinxia Deng. (2024). The impact of digital educational games on student’s motivation for learning: The mediating effect of learning engagement and the moderating effect of the digital environment. PloS One, 19(1), e0294350-. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0294350

This article examines the impact of digital educational games on students' motivation for learning, focusing on the mediating role of learning engagement and the moderating influence of the digital environment. The study reviews existing literature and presents empirical findings from a quantitative research design involving students in educational settings. Additionally the research provides valuable insights into the motivational benefits of digital educational games in enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. It employs robust methodologies to explore the complex relationships between digital games, learning engagement, and motivation, offering implications for educational practice and future research directions. Digital educational games can positively impact students' motivation for learning, games leverage elements such as challenges, rewards, and interactive feedback to enhance intrinsic motivation among students.

Hwang, G.-J., Zou, D., & Wu, Y.-X. (2023). Learning by storytelling and critiquing: A peer assessment-enhanced digital storytelling approach to promoting young students’ information literacy, self-efficacy, and Critical Thinking Awareness. Educational Technology Research and Development, 71(3), 1079–1103. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11423-022-10184-y 

The article discusses a pedagogical approach using digital storytelling and peer assessment to enhance young students' information literacy, self-efficacy, and critical thinking awareness. It explores how storytelling combined with constructive peer feedback can effectively develop these skills in educational contexts.

Sadik (2008) argued that digital storytelling is an effective approach for engaging students in learning.(Hwang et al., 2023) This is to say that digital storytelling is an efficacious approach to enhance students' learning by utilizing multimedia sources such as images, videos, audio and text. The use of digital storytelling gives students the opportunity to be creative and share their stories in an interactive way. Although it supplements creativity and children's expressiveness it can also promote their critical thinking, communication skills and digital literacy. Different learning styles and interests are catered to hence making the learning environment more personalized to individual students.