Using storytelling in teaching

Storytelling is a tried and tested method of communication that has been used to impart knowledge since time immemorial. There are also many ways to use storytelling in teaching. For example, when abstract information needs to be illustrated and learning material needs to be anchored in the memory. Students appreciate case studies and practical examples when a link is established between theory and practice. Teachers who want to arouse students' curiosity and motivate them have a choice. Because "storytelling" can be understood as a whole bundle of narrative techniques. And the best thing is: every single one works.

In this workshop, teachers learn about storytelling techniques and how to apply them to their content. They will learn how to organize their material according to the rules of good storytelling and how to create suspense, how to appeal to the audience and get them thinking. And there is the rare opportunity for friendly feedback.

The content of the online workshop:

• Storytelling in teaching and science communication
• Possible uses for storytelling in teaching
• Describing the semester as a learning journey (see Problem Based Learning)
• Narrative techniques from ancient myths to Instagram stories
• Finger exercise: descriptive writing
• Effective: 7 ingredients for great texts... just copy & paste... and use in the title and text
• More tools: Ladder of abstraction, mind map, storyboard
• Try it out: What changes the personal perspective in a presentation
• Pulling on the common thread - creating tension

Number of participants: minimum 6, maximum 12 - registration is required.

Prerequisites for participation: Lecturer at the University of Kassel, participant in the Kassel Graduate Program

Adviser: Christiane Zwick, Storys + Impulse