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=**Digital Storytelling - Web Resources**=

6/13/2013

In this workshop we will use the computer-based tools to tell stories. Participants will leave this workshop with a working knowledge of several digital storytelling skills and tools including Animoto and StoryJumper.

Digital Storytelling is the practice of using computer based tools to tell stories. These stories can be created by a teacher to help deliver the major concepts of a lesson, they can be used by a student to show that they understand the new material they were taught. In either form, they can capture the attention of a student.

Here is a short video that expains what a digital story is [] media type="youtube" key="dKZiXR5qUlQ" width="420" height="315"

Digital stories just like any other story should have specific elements. This video from the Center from Digital Storytelling tells you about the 7 elements that need to be part of a Digital story. link to video - @http://youtu.be/NipDAd3_7Do media type="youtube" key="NipDAd3_7Do" width="420" height="315" Joe Lambert has also compiled a series of resources for teaching the 7 elements of a digital story. http://jonorech.wikispaces.com/Teaching+The+Seven+Elements

Below are a list of websites that will work for creating Digital Stories. >> Teachers can register for a FREE teacher account. This account will give you access to a wide range of administrative and management tools. You will also be able to monitor activity and delete any messages that you find inappropriate. When registering for the teacher account, you must use your school email address. You can also download a Teacher's Guide at @http://www.kerpoof.com/edu/Teacher_Guide.pdf
 * ==Animoto==
 * Animoto is a video creation service that allows you to create and share videos using your own pictures, video clips, words and music. Simply upload photos and clips, choose a style, add words and music and click to produce your masterpiece.
 * Main Site - @http://animoto.com/
 * Educators can apply for a free Animoto Plus account to use in the Classroom. To apply go to http://animoto.com/education/classroom
 * Sample Animoto media type="custom" key="23308438"
 * Getting Started Help Guide - @http://help.animoto.com/entries/415073-How-do-I-get-started-
 * == ZooBurst ==
 * ZooBurst is a digital storytelling app that allows you create 3D pop-up books. There is a basic package that allows a individual teacher to sign up. This basic account allows you to build 10 books with up to 10 pages each. The basic account also allows you to download the iPad app to view your stories. Once you have created an account and logged in, you will be able to print a ZooBurst User Manual.
 * @http://www.zooburst.com
 * Sample ZooBurst media type="custom" key="23308478"
 * ZooBurst Manual - @http://zooburst.media.s3.amazonaws.com/documentation/ZooBurst-Quickstart_Guide.pdf
 * == StoryJumper ==
 * StoryJumper is a safe and educational place for students build their own books, You can add text, upload drawings or use the builtin clipart gallery. When the book is finished, you cal also order a professionally published hardback book. In addition to the general account there is a classroom edition which allows you to manage and review student's work and maintain strict privacy controls over student information. To create a classroom account go to @http://www.storyjumper.com/school.
 * @http://www.storyjumper.com/
 * StoryJumper Tutorial media type="youtube" key="DPRjr2aijzM" width="560" height="315"
 * == PicLits ==
 * PicLits.com is an education and e-learning creative writing site that matches beautiful images with carefully selected keywords in order to inspire you. The object is to put the right words in the right place and the right order to capture the essence, story, and meaning of the picture. Photos that are used on the site are selected by their photo editors to assure that they are appropriate for all users. There are two ways to create a PicLit on this site. The first is the drag-n-drop method where they provide a list of words and you drag the ones you want to the photo. The second is a freestyle area where you can use your own words to describe the word.
 * @http://www.piclits.com/compose_dragdrop.aspx
 * ==Scholastic Story Interactives==
 * ===Story Starters===
 * Story Starters is a fun, interactive tool that generates writing prompts which include direction on character, plot and setting. Students can choose one of the four themes (Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fi or Scrambler). Once they enter their first name and select their grade they spin a series of wheels to generate a random writing assignement. Students then have the choice of creating a notebook, letter, newspaper or postcard for their assignment. There is also a drawing option that they can create and include a drawing.
 * A Teacher's Guide is available at @http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/lesson-plan/story-starters-teachers-guide
 * @http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/story-starters/
 * ===Poetry Idea Engine===
 * Get your poetry juices flowing with this activity that will allow you to write haikus, free verse, limericks and more.
 * @http://teacher.scholastic.com/writewit/poetry/poetry_engine.htm
 * ===Character Scrapbook===
 * Use this fun interactive activity to help students analyze the characters in any book and create a scrapbook they can print and save.
 * @http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/activity/character-scrapbook
 * ===Writing with Authors===
 * Students work with authors to help develop their writing skills.
 * @http://teacher.scholastic.com/writewit/index.htm
 * == KerPoof ==
 * Kerpoof is a site that was created by Disney which allows students to create original artwork, animated movies, stories and more. This site can be used in many ways to enhance classroom activities while meeting a range of educational standards. Areas available include:
 * Spell a Picture
 * Make a Movie
 * Make a Drawing
 * Make a Picture
 * Tell a Story
 * @http://www.kerpoof.com
 * What is Kerpoof? media type="youtube" key="vDdubl69nHc" width="560" height="315"
 * ==Lighting Bug==
 * This resource can be used to introduce storywriting into the classroom. You can find, develop and finish a story using their tools. There is also a teacher portal with resources.
 * @http://lightningbug.com.au/index.htm
 * ==Little Bird Tales==
 * This site is designed for younger kids by allowing then a safe web environment with no advertising or external links.
 * @http://littlebirdtales.com/
 * Sample media type="custom" key="23309102"
 * ==Read Write Think==
 * Read Write Think has several activies that can be used for storytelling.
 * ===Trading Card Creator===
 * The resource allows students to show there knowledge on a subject by creating trading cards.
 * @http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-interactives/trading-card-creator-30056.html
 * ===Comic Creator===
 * The Comic Creator invites students to compose their own comic strips for a variety of contexts (prewriting, pre- and postreading activities, response to literature, and so on).
 * @http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-interactives/comic-creator-30021.html
 * ===Fractured Fairy Tales===
 * The Fractured Fairy Tale tool encourages students to create their own fractured fairy tales.
 * @http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-interactives/fractured-fairy-tales-30062.html
 * ===Postcard Creator===
 * The Postcard Creator helps students learn to identify all the typical parts of a postcard, and then generate their own postcard messages by typing information into letter templates. After printing their texts, students can illustrate the front of their postcards in a variety of ways, including drawing, collage, and stickers.
 * @http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-interactives/postcard-creator-30061.html
 * ==Pinball==
 * This resouce from the BBC has several resources in it to help you develop ideas for writing a story.
 * @http://www.bbc.co.uk/scotland/pinball/
 * ==Pics 4 Learning==
 * Pics4Learning is a safe, free image library for education. Teachers and students can use the **copyright-friendly** photos and images for classrooms, multimedia projects, web sites, videos, portfolios, or any other project in an educational setting. These images made great story starters.
 * @http://www.pics4learning.com/index.php
 * ==Pixton==
 * Pixton introduces the world to Click-n-Drag Comics™, a revolutionary new patented technology that gives anyone the power to create amazing comics on the web.
 * @http://www.pixton.com/
 * Sample media type="custom" key="23309300"
 * ==Capzles==
 * Create rich media experiences with videos, music and documents.
 * http://www.capzles.com/#
 * ==Generator==
 * You can choose a script and create a storyboard. When finished you can share your work
 * @http://generator.acmi.net.au/storyboard

Below are some additional storytelling resources you may want to explore.
 * @http://anmish.com/
 * @http://aviary.com/
 * @http://blabberize.com/
 * @http://domo.goanimate.com/studio
 * @http://goanimate.com/
 * @http://storybird.com/
 * @http://zimmertwins.com/movie/starters