As part of the ongoing efforts of the Digital Stories project, two small-scale meetings were successfully organized in Slovenia in November 2024, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders to discuss the impact of digital storytelling and digitalization in education.
The first meeting took place on November 18, 2024, at the Faculty of Education of the University of Ljubljana, attended by 15 participants, including policymakers, educators, teachers from primary and high schools, university lecturers, researchers, representatives from non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and entrepreneurs from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The event aimed to engage these key stakeholders in meaningful discussions surrounding the role of storytelling and digital tools in the educational landscape.
During the meeting, the project team presented the initiative's aims, results, and impacts, followed by a demonstration of the online platform and the various modules developed for the project. Participants were encouraged to provide feedback on the usability and quality of the materials, as well as the efficiency and intuitiveness of the platform.
The second meeting was held on November 22, 2024, and included a lively group discussion that allowed participants to share their opinions and insights on several important topics. Discussions focused on the importance of storytelling and digital storytelling in education, the role of digitalization in enhancing learning experiences, and how digital storytelling can serve as a tool to prevent early school leaving.
Participants demonstrated a high level of engagement, actively contributing their thoughts and suggestions during the discussions. Their valuable feedback played a crucial role in refining the project's resources and ensuring that they meet the needs of educators and students alike.
Overall, these small-scale meetings served as an essential platform for collaboration among various stakeholders, highlighting the significance of integrating digital storytelling techniques into educational practices and addressing current challenges in the education system. The insights gathered will help shape future initiatives to enhance educational methodologies in Slovenia.