Thursday, June 18
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Digital Storytelling

Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez

Date and Time

Thursday, June 18
3:00 PM UTC
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Class Description

Do you have a good story to tell? This lecture covers digital tools to bring out your creativity. You’ll explore ways to use social media like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to write and share stories. You’ll also learn about popular platforms like Enwoven and StoryCorps.

Resources

Digital Storytelling handout 11.13.24Download here
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Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez

With a background in communications, Johnny worked in television production and print journalism fields until he made “the best career change” to become a Technology Trainer for Senior Planet in 2019. A retired musician of 30+ years, Johnny is also passionate about music and feels that drumming has kept him young at heart and healthy all around. Johnny combines his passions for technology education and music at Senior Planet. You can find him teaching Drum Circle and many technology lectures and demos online! 

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