100. Digital Storytelling in Research

About this lesson

Welcome to Module 6.3: Digital Storytelling Foundations.

In this video, we explore how digital storytelling transforms research communication into emotionally engaging, narrative-driven experiences. Unlike traditional academic dissemination, digital storytelling uses narrative structure, personal voice, and multimedia elements to make research more accessible and memorable. You'll learn the key elements of effective digital stories and how they differ from conventional formats.

Key Takeaways

Understand what digital storytelling is and how it applies to research

Learn the five essential elements of compelling digital research stories

Compare digital storytelling with traditional dissemination methods

Explore how emotion, interactivity, and media can improve engagement and retention

This video is ideal for

Researchers, graduate students, science communicators, educators, and knowledge translation professionals looking to amplify the reach and resonance of their research through digital formats.

Lesson notes

Full written notes for this lesson are in production. Until they publish, watch the video above and use the summary on this page as your study guide.