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The first section of the Spreading the Stories training manual, which focuses on preparing for a workshop and also outlines the first steps in the storytelling process.

Includes tipsheets, equipment lists, the elements of storytelling, writing prompts, guidelines for the story circle, how to think in terms of multimedia production, and how to create a storyboard.

Also includes a bibliography of additional resources related to storytelling, community storytelling, and case studies.

Guidelines for creating a storyboard and a sample storyboard illustrating how to pair images and words. Provided by Bridges to Understanding, who say it's the best thing they've come up with for describing and outlining the storyboarding process.  The sample storyboard is taken from a digital story made by children in the Arctic Circle.

Taken from the Spreading the Stories trainers manual, a sample storyboard. All the images from Aimee's story are shown in order, with her text underneath each image. Use as an example to guide you in the storyboarding process.

Taken from the Spreading the Stories training manual, this tipsheet is meant to help guide your organization in assessing goals, skills, and needs for the workshop. Beyond recruiting participants and finding an appropriate location, there's still more prep to be done! This tip sheet can help your organize your thoughts about the workshop goals and how to achieve them.

Taken from the Spreading the Stories training manual, a one-page equipment list for a digital storytelling workshop. Outlines the hardware, software, and other equipment necessary for teaching a digital storytelling workshop. Use as a guideline when planning your workshop and finding/creating an appropriate lab to work in.

Taken from the Spreading the Stories training manual, a one-page tipsheet for the first stage of workshop planning. Includes how to prepare participants, making sure the work space is appropriate, and a timeline of important planning milestones.