Question 1

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

Accepted Answer

Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:

Question 2

What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

Accepted Answer

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

Question 3

Is financial aid available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can't afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you'll find a link to apply on the description page.

Question 4

Do I need to know anything about media arts?

Accepted Answer

No. The course is designed for the novice computer user who has an interest in using digital stories to make teaching and learning more engaging.

Question 5

Do I need to be a tech-savvy prior to this course?

Accepted Answer

No, but you need fundamental computer and basic internet skills such as accessing a web site, uploading files, and saving and downloading images.

Question 6

What resources will I need for this course?

Accepted Answer

For this course, you need: 1) a reliable internet connection, 2) a device to record audio, such as a smartphone or audio recorder, 3) a free account on WeVideo, and 3) the time to listen, read, watch, discuss, and practice the techniques you will learn in this course.

Question 7

Which time zone is officialy used?

Accepted Answer

All deadlines are based on CDT (Central Daylight Time).

Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Digital Storytelling

Course Features

Course Description

Module 1: WEEK 1: Choosing a Topic and Defining your Purposes

Module 2: WEEK 2: Writing an Effective Script and Creating a Storyboard

Module 3: WEEK 3

Module 4: WEEK 4

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