Digital Storytelling with Photo Story |
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Select a Topic : Your digital storytelling project begins the same way you start a research paper... by identifying the topic. |
Teachers : Use these resources to design a project for your curriculum.
Students : Use these resources to help complete your class project.
Websites : Use these resources for additional information. |
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Research the Content : Write questions you have about this topic. You will research a variety of reference materials to help answer your questions. |
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Write the Script : The research paper (or poem, story, etc.) will become your “script.” It will include an introduction, body, and conclusion. Use an outline or mind map to organize your paragraphs. Each question you research will become the main topic of that paragraph. The relevant details used in the paragraph should answer the question. |
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Collect the Images : Your script will become your “guide” to complete the digital storytelling process. As you read your script, what images would best enhance your story? Collect those images with an Internet search engine, digital camera, scanner, etc.
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Import and Arrange the Images : Import your images into PhotoStory, MovieMaker, PowerPoint, etc. Arrange the images according to your script. It is a good idea to have a “title” page at the beginning and a “works cited” page at the end.
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Insert Narration, Audio, and Music : Practice reading your script several times before you attempt to record your narration. Be sure to talk over the top of the microphone to avoid “puffs” in your audio. Add background music that enhances the mood/feeling of your story.
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Select Your Distribution Format : The last step of the process is to make sure the story can be viewed by your audience. This may involve converting your project file to a video format such as Windows Media Video. Make sure your audio is clear and at an appropriate volume.
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Sample Project
7 Things You Should Know
Lesson Plan
Works Cited Template
Download Photo Story
DigiTales
