�Digital Storytelling is the modern expression of the ancient art of storytelling. Digital stories derive their power by weaving images, music, narrative and voice together, thereby giving deep dimension and vivid color to characters, situations, experiences, and insights. - Digital Storytelling Association��A digital story is a a 3-to-5 minute digital video clip, most often told in first person narrative, recorded with narrator’s own voice, illustrated mostly with still images, and with an optional music track to add emotional tone.����
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What do I put into a digital & oral story? �
�The Center for Digital Storytelling has identified Seven Elements of Digital Storytelling; the first three have to do with the construction of the story content; the last four have to do with the technical construction of the digital story: �
A Point (of View): Stories are told to make a point and should not be presented as a recitation of mere facts.
A Dramatic Question: You want to capture your audience’s attention at the beginning of the piece and hold their interest throughout.
Emotional Content: The images, effects, music and tone of voice all lend to contributing emotion to the piece.
The Gift of Your Voice:. Take time to learn and practice your script so you can speak in a conversational voice. Record several takes and select the best one. Trust that your audience will think it is perfect
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Continuation
The Power of The Soundtrack: Music is a big plus to a digital story. The right music can set the story in time and can convey emotion, but be careful, it can be a distraction too.
Economy:. Don’t give every detail to clarify your story, let your audience fill in some of the blanks.
Pacing: The rhythm of the piece is what keeps your audience’s interest in the story.
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Planning
What material/images do you already have?
What do you need to collect/process?
What method will best tell your story?
What is your budget/resources?
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Analyzing a Story
The amount of work and therefore the amount of planning will vary depending on the complexity of the project�
The need to keep the design clear and focused—keep it simple
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Copyright
Digital Stories must adhere to U.S. copyright laws in using materials for which they do not own the copyright.