Th e Power of

Storytelling in
Educati on
A Discussion
Presentation
Objective:
▪ ◌ Learn why telling
stories is important in
teaching.
▪ ◌ Discover the good things
that come from using
stories in class. And;
▪◌Find out how to use
stories effectively when
teaching.
Pre-Discussion
Questions:

▪◌What elements
make students enjoy
a class?

▪◌How do teachers
uti lize storytelling in
their lessons?
Definiti on
of
Storytelling
Storytelling is the art of using
language, voice, and gestures to
narrate a story in an engaging
manner, revealing the elements
and images of the tale to the
audience. Aiex (1988).
Why Use Storytelling
in Teaching?
-Acti vely engages students,
sti mulati ng their imaginati on
and broadening their
understanding of the world.
-Connects directly to
literature, insti lling an
appreciati on for the art in
students.
Benefits of
Storytelling
▪◌Criti cal Thinking: Encourages students to think
deeply and interpret meanings.
▪◌Emoti onal Connection: Creates empathy
and understanding of characters feelings.
▪◌Interacti ve Learning: Off ers opportunities for
discussions and debates.
▪◌Creati vity Ignition: Encourages students to create
their own stories.
 Benefits of
Storytelling
▪◌Engagement Boost: Stories captivate students
attention and keep them engaged.

▪◌Memory Enhancement: Informati on within stories is

often remembered more easily.

▪◌Cultural Awareness: Introduces students to

diverse cultures and perspectives.

▪◌Language Development: Exposes students to

rich vocabulary and language structures.
Conclusion
Using stories in class is powerful. It grabs
attention, helps students learn, and
makes lessons fun. Stories connect to our
hearts and memories, turning simple
lessons into lifelong learnings. Its not just
a teaching method; its a bridge between
knowledge and understanding."
THANK
YOU
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Reference
Wakat, G., Caroy, A., Dela Cruz, A., Dizaon, E.G., Jose, M.,
Ordonio, M.R., Palangyos, A., Sao-an, M., & Paulino, F.
(2018). Purposive communicati on. L o r i m a r Publishing Inc.