I’m a great believer in the power of stories as a way to package information so that it actually reaches people and makes an impact. Digital technologies provide opportunities to package and share stories in innovative ways. How could libraries take advantage of the opportunities? This contest from TechSoup caught my eye… as just the sort of thing that might inspire us to explore this realm. The TechSoup Digital Storytelling Event 2011 starts today. It includes webinars, discussions, and a contest to showcase digital stories (and win prizes!). You have a few weeks (January 13 – January 31) to enter a 1-minute video or 5-panel picture story that showcases your library’s mission and work. No production or storytelling experience is necessary. TechSoup… Read More »Digital storytelling