Pedagogical Guidelines for Integrating Digital Storytelling with Language and Literacy Key Learning Area of the Single National Curriculum for Early Childhood Care and Education, Pakistan

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17638183

Abstract

Digital storytelling is an emerging approach using diverse tools for telling traditional stories. The evolution of digital storytelling transforms the conventional teaching methods into contemporary pedagogical and digital approaches.  Thus, this doctoral research has explored the significance of digital storytelling integration in teaching and learning practices by focusing on the language and literacy learning area outlined in the Single National Curriculum for Early Childhood Care and Education, Pakistan. This study employed a qualitative methodology and was based on document analysis of the Single National Curriculum for Early Childhood Care and Education, Pakistan, to identify competencies of language and literacy key learning area. This study identified suitable competencies for the integration of digital storytelling tools, such as video, audio, animation, written story or ebook, and sound. Further, the competencies were explored for the digital storytelling integration for the purpose of students’ learning and development, including students’ engagement, literacy skills, diverse learning styles, and technology integration. This research concluded with the suggestion of pedagogical guidelines for effectively integrating digital storytelling tools and using them for the purposes of students’ learning and development in the Early Childhood Education classrooms. The pedagogical guidelines for integrating digital stories with language and literacy learning areas bring a shift in the teaching practices and create long-lasting learning experiences for the students.