DIGITALIZATION IN EDUCATION: DIGITAL STORYTELLING AS AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Abstract

The advancement of digitalization has profoundly transformed the living conditions and activities of individuals and society, leading to changes in established systems. These changes have also impacted the education sector, necessitating the search for and integration of new methods and technologies that cater to a generation raised in a digital environment. This article explores digital storytelling as a contemporary educational tool used to cultivate 21st-century skills in students. Digital storytelling allows students to demonstrate their proficiency in modern technology, alongside their creativity and imagination. Its use in the classroom promotes the development of essential skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and competencies in digital, information, technological, and media literacy. Digital storytelling not only enhances the engagement and interest in lessons but also empowers students to express their technological skills, creativity, and imagination. This method is versatile and can be applied at various educational stages and levels, supporting the growth of key 21st-century skills, including teamwork, critical thinking, creativity, and digital literacy