V. Implement
In the implement phase, the designer of the instruction plans for the implementation of the product
in the actual learning context. In this ADDIE phase, digital story creators plan how to use the story
and may use programs such as Microsoft Word to create additional resources including lesson
plans, handouts, and other learning supports.
Guideline 18: Develop educational materials to supplement the digital story
We encourage students in our courses and participants in our workshops to think about a digital
story not as a single educational resource that others will view once or twice, but as a key
component in a set of educational resources that can be used by people who view the story and
then want to learn more about the topic. In some cases, these might include customary
educational materials such as classroom activity sheets, a glossary of terms, and so on. In other
cases, the resources may be a collection of PDF files, journal articles, and links to external
websites, blogs or podcasts. The important concept to remember is that educational digital stories
can be an excellent way to motivate viewers to seek new information and more in-depth
instructional content. Since the digital story may be just the first of many other resources that
viewers will encounter in order to add depth, complexity, and richness to the learning experience,
students are encouraged to locate suitable support materials as well as develop their own as part
of a set of educational resources.