Abstract

Purpose: The study aims to identify the importance of digital stories in the educational process. The study uses the descriptive approach where the research presents the concept of digital stories, their types, their importance in education, their advantages, and the stages of their production. Methodology: The study utilizes the descriptive approach to explore the importance of digital stories in the educational process. The study employs the literature review to gather information and draw conclusions. The researchers analyze existing literature including academic papers, research studies, and relevant sources to comprehensively understand digital stories and their role in education. Findings: The study concluded that the importance of digital stories as an education strategy lies in the fact that digital stories are compatible with the needs and characteristics of students and can be designed in a way that takes into account the needs of student’s many stimuli such as images, sound, video, and animation. This deploys students' multiple senses, improves their interaction, and develops their learning motivation. Research implications: The study suggests several implications for future research and practice. It emphasizes the need for training teachers and encouraging them to utilize digital stories as an effective teaching strategy. Further research is recommended to explore the effectiveness of digital stories in teaching gifted students and students with special needs. Originality: The study contributes to the existing literature by exploring the importance and advantages of digital stories in education. It provides a comprehensive overview of digital stories, their types, and their specifications. The study also outlines the stages of producing digital stories, offering practical insights for educators and researchers.