Enhancing English Learning Through Digital Storytelling in Indian Schools

Title

Enhancing English Learning Through Digital Storytelling in Indian Schools

Creator

Roy, Abhipriya; Bhavani, S.

Description

This study examines the effectiveness of the Digital Storytelling (DST) teaching approach in improving English learning among ninth graders in four schools in Bengaluru, India. Using a sequential mixed-methods design, the quantitative phase included a non-randomized, post-test-only quasi-experimental design with 200 students divided into a DST-based experimental group and a traditional control group of 100 students each. Quantitative data were collected using a 12-item survey questionnaire, while qualitative data included self-reflection logs from 100 and interviews with 20 students from the experimental group. The results show that DST significantly improves language development and student satisfaction. This is evidenced by higher and more consistent post-test scores in the experimental group, with statistical significance confirmed by the Wilcoxon test. Increased engagement, understanding, and motivation reported by students are consistent with the quantitative improvements. 2025 IGI Global. All rights reserved.

Source

International Journal of Web-Based Learning and Teaching Technologies;Volume;20;Issue;1;

Date

01-01-2025

Publisher

IGI Global

Subject

Digital Storytelling; Educational Effectiveness; English Language Learning; Indian Schools; Language Skills Development; Mixed Methods Study; Student Engagement; Student Motivation

Coverage

Roy A., Christ University, India; Bhavani S., Christ University, India

Rights

All Open Access; Gold Open Access

Relation

ISSN: 15481093;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Article

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4018/IJWLTT.368149

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