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DSL-110 · Course operations
Digital Storytelling Lab
Learners author a branching digital story, connect media and interaction feedback, and test whether each choice communicates the intended narrative consequence.
activeCenter-created curriculum · v1.1
Curriculum provenance
Northfield-authored curriculum
- Owner
- Northfield Studio
- Version
- 1.1
- Center authority
- Curriculum and local delivery editable
This Course is scoped to Northfield Studio.
Delivery progression
Module 2 of 3
1completed2current3upcoming
Interactive storytelling, media, and creative computing.
Authorized enrollment
Roster and capacity
Waitlist · 1Sofia Reyes
Planned learning
Curriculum and module sequence
1completed · Week 1–2Map the story branches
Define the central choice and map how each branch changes the story.
Planned activities
- Draft a choice map
- Review branch clarity with a peer
Objectives
- Connect narrative choices to consequences
Expected outcomes
- A coherent branching map
Resources
- Branch-mapping canvasPlanning template
2current · Week 3–4 · currentConnect media and feedback
Build two connected scenes and use sound and visual feedback to clarify each choice.
Planned activities
- Connect two scenes
- Add sound feedback
- Test choice clarity
Objectives
- Use media to support narrative meaning
- Test an interactive story with an audience
Expected outcomes
- A working two-branch scene
- One revision based on audience feedback
Resources
- Media attribution checklistLearner checklist
- Interaction feedback examplesReference set
3upcoming · Week 5–6Polish and present
Refine pacing, verify media attribution, and prepare a short audience walkthrough.
Planned activities
- Complete an attribution review
- Practice the story walkthrough
Objectives
- Prepare an audience-ready interactive story
Expected outcomes
- A finished story experience
- A creator reflection