DIGT 1001 Digital Storytelling
Curriculum Design Document
Course Description
Digital Storytelling is a course that provides students with the opportunity to learn about the techniques and methods involved in creating stories for the digital age. This form. of storytelling is an incredible tool for both personal expression and professional communication. Students are introduced to the different components involved in creating a digital story, with an emphasis on narrative development through multimedia. By the end of the course, students will create their own digital stories that allow for creative exploration and the use of technical skills.
Learning Outcomes
1. Analyze the essential elements of effective storytelling, including structure, audience engagement, and tone.
2. Use digital tools proficiently (e.g., video editing software, audio mixers, and graphic design apps) to create multimedia stories.
3. Integrate diverse media formats (text, images, audio, video) into cohesive and impactful narratives.
4. Critically evaluate digital stories for their technical, aesthetic, and emotional effectiveness.
5. Create and present a polished, original digital story that communicates a personal or social message.
6. Critically reflect on individual performances, identify potential improvements and possible insufficiency.
Graded Course Components
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Assessment
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Due Date
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Percent of Grade
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Weekly Discussion Posts
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Fridays at 5 PM ET
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30%
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Digital Story Draft & Peer Review
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Week 6
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25%
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Final Digital Story Submission
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Week 10
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35%
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Reflection Essay
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Week 11
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10%
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Participation in Workshops
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Ongoing
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Optional/Bonus
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Course Flow
Students are expected to engage with weekly resources, including readings, videos, and examples of digital storytelling. Weekly discussions will focus on analyzing storytelling techniques and providing peer feedback. Assignments will build toward the final project, with iterative drafting and refining. Optional live workshops will offer hands-on training in digital tools and storytelling strategies.
Example schedule:
● Mondays: Engage with readings and tutorials.
● Wednesdays: Contribute to discussion posts.
● Fridays: Submit assignments or peer reviews.
Alignment Matrix
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Module/Week
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Topic(s)
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Outcome(s)
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Assessment(s)
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Week 1 - 2
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Introduction to Digital Storytelling
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Outcome 1
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Discussion Post
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Week 3 - 4
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Storyboarding & Scripting
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Outcomes 1, 3
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Discussion Post
Draft of Storyboard
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Week 5 - 7
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Multimedia Integration
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Outcomes 2, 3
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Discussion Post
Multimedia Mockup
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Week 8 - 9
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Editing & Refinement
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Outcomes 2, 4
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Discussion Post
Peer Review of Draft
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Week 10
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Final Digital Story
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Outcomes 3, 5
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Final Project Submission
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Week 11
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Reflection Essay
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Outcome 6
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Reflection Essay Submission
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