Evaluation of the Impact of Digital Storytelling on Students’ Identity Formation.

Abstract

This study explores the impact of digital storytelling on the identity formation of students. In an increasingly digital age, understanding how creating and sharing personal narratives through multimedia platforms influences students' sense of self is crucial. This research investigates the ways in which engaging with digital storytelling processes, including narrative development, multimedia integration, and audience interaction, shapes various aspects of student identity, such as self-perception, cultural affiliation, and social belonging. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study gathers data through qualitative analysis of student-created digital stories and narrative reflections, alongside quantitative measures of identity development and self-esteem. Participants will be drawn from diverse educational settings to explore the potential variations in impact across different contexts. The findings aim to provide insights into the pedagogical benefits of digital storytelling as a tool for fostering self-awareness, promoting inclusive narratives, and empowering students to articulate and explore their evolving identities in a digital world. The implications of this research extend to educators and curriculum developers seeking innovative methods to support students' holistic development and navigate the complexities of identity formation in the 21st century. In conclusion, this research positions digital storytelling as a potentially transformative pedagogical practice for supporting student identity exploration in the contemporary digital environment.