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I find podcasts and video series to be more immersive storytelling mediums. They allow us to hear and see culture in a way that feels more involved than just engaging with a digital platform alone. As someone of Greek descent, the best way for me to connect with my culture is through experiences that make me feel truly immersed. For example, growing up watching movies about Greek ruins or different types of traditional Greek dancing gave me a deeper sense of connection. Seeing people’s passion firsthand was more engaging than just reading about it, which often felt distant. This method evoked stronger emotions and a greater sense of involvement.

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Language is one of the key pieces that connects an individual to their culture so having these apps can help keep this aspect of culture alive. The great thing about apps is that almost everyone has a phone so essentially anyone can access these apps and learn about the language at any time.

One challenge that I can think of is, if there is no one to practice the language with outside of the app, it may be hard to improve.

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This App is designed to document and promote the use of endangered languages. Many languages are at risk of extinction due to globalization, migration, and cultural assimilation. Hence, these apps help maintain linguistic diversity and provide resources for future generations to learn and engage with their heritage languages.

Benefit: Indigenous communities and minority language speakers preserve their linguistic and cultural identity. Educators and researchers gain a valuable resource for studying and teaching these languages.

Accessibility: Mobile and web-based apps allow global access regardless of location. Audio and visual aids help users learn correct pronunciation and context.
Challenge:  Ensuring accurate representation of grammar, pronunciation, and cultural context (Authenticity) -Robina Shokri

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This promotes knowledging sharing as it allows for many people to access the materials in it. For example, someone who does not know the stories of their own culture, this app might be able to give them access to those stories.

I think a key challenge would be authenticity. Unfortunately there could be people who want to sabotage the space and not write authentic stories.

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I think this digital storytelling medium can effectively promote knowledge sharing because it is a very popular medium this days. Everyone gets their information or hears stories from either podcasts or online video platforms, so I think this is a good way that knowledge can be shared. This can benefit people who are very curious about different cultures or even their own culture. This can also benefit students who are learning about different cultures or stories. It can improve accessibility because this medium is a very popular and very powerful one in this generation. I think one of the major challenges that this medium can have is authenticity. A big problem with podcasts and videos online is that they are not always truthful and very often fabricated and false. It is hard to control what people can say and how they choose to use their platform.

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Encourages Knowledge Sharing: I believe podcasts can inspire storytelling. This platform is accessible in various settings. For instance, I listen to podcasts while commuting and have gained valuable insights from others' shared experiences during traffic. Using video series in classrooms for storytelling is a highly inclusive teaching method, as it offers students both auditory and visual elements to enhance their understanding.

Challenges: Some podcast listeners may find it easy to become distracted, making it difficult for certain content to resonate with them. (Melissa Moses)

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I believe that with the advancements in technology, many people are shifting toward this type of medium for accessing information. As a result, I think it will gain popularity, as it allows for easy group discussions and the sharing of diverse perspectives.

The challenge is that some individuals, particularly those living in remote areas, may lack access to such digital tools.

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Many people enjoy listening to stories while doing other things, although sometimes this is not very efficient. Many works，students have a little time for rest. people can listen to stories anytime and anywhere.

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I think interactive maps are an interesting medium for promoting/sharing place-based knowledge. By interacting with a map, you can choose which location to learn more about through the stories shared there. You can learn about the place from different perspectives.

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It promotes knowledge sharing through globally sharing ideas and you can listen to podcasts anywhere (in the car, metro, on a walk).

It's accessible to those who have a learning difficulty with reading.

It lives on and can be access for many years.

Some challenges can be that anyone can have a podcast and share their own ideas, even if they can be harmful.

There's no censorship.

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Podcasts maintain a certain level of privacy and can be an interview or a discussion forum. That's why I prefer them. Videos sometimes awaken our ego and we ended up being characthers instead of real persons.

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I really love Podcasts. I think they help share knowledge by using audio to tell stories, explain ideas, and discuss topics.

Students, teachers, professionals, and the public can benefit by listening to experts and learning in an easy way.

Podcasts improve accessibility because people can listen anytime, anywhere—while driving, walking, or doing chores. They also help those who prefer audio over reading. Especially nowadays, people are tired of watching digital screens.

Challenges may include finding reliable information, needing good internet access, and making sure content is engaging and well-produced. Even though I love podcasts, I have to admit there are too many contents lack of quality.

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1. Digital libraries can serve as a very powerful storytelling and sharing platform because it depends on a strong cloud storage function. Additionally, through cloud computing, different countries, organizations, and people could share and obtain knowledge it. 2 Students, educators, general public 3. assistive technology

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Podcasts and videos can be useful as they increase the general accessibility as in mass media. It can always be replayed, if it is for early education, it is better as for preserving the culture. A possible challenge would be cultural sensitivity. Cultural-related content can be sensitive sometimes and might be insulted on the internet.

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1. We select Podcast

2. People with visual disabilities, and people who prefer listening stories rather than watching can benefit from this medium.

3. Key challenges may include lack of demonstration compared with visual representation, and high demand for articulation of the story teller.

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ccessibility: Podcasts allow for audio-based learning, making them accessible to people with visual impairments, reading difficulties, or those who prefer auditory learning.

Flexibility: Listeners can consume content while multitasking—during commutes, workouts, or chores—enhancing engagement without requiring dedicated screen time.

Diverse Perspectives: Podcasts can feature experts, personal experiences, and community voices, making knowledge-sharing more inclusive and relatable.

Global Reach: Unlike traditional classroom or print materials, podcasts can reach international audiences, benefiting students, professionals, and lifelong learners.

Key Challenges of Podcasting

1. Authenticity & Credibility: Since anyone can produce a podcast, misinformation can spread easily. Establishing credibility through expert guests, citations, and fact-checking is crucial.

2. Accessibility Issues: While podcasts are audio-based, not all include transcripts, limiting access for the deaf and hard-of-hearing communities. Providing transcripts and captions can improve inclusivity.

3. Cultural Sensitivity: Content creators must be mindful of diverse audiences and avoid stereotypes, bias, or culturally insensitive language. Ensuring representation and consulting diverse voices can help maintain inclusivity.

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Digital Libraries are useful for a variety of organizations, such as schools, companies, etc. It is useful because it saves time and effort, and provide a platform with all the required information/data. Some key challenges that digital Libraries include managing copyright license, advising the digital divide, etc.

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I think interactive maps are a great medium for storytelling. As technology is very prominent in our society, it makes learning about specific areas much easier and accessible. Also, this can help people understand aspects of a culture related to a specific location without having to do in depth research. A challenge with interactive maps may be general understanding with map knowledge or data.

Catherine Rambally

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1. The digital medium I choose is podcast/video Series

2. It is the easiest way for people to access and engage in. With a smartphone, it can be accessed anytime and anywhere. It has wide influence and it requires minimum effort compared to other medium like learning a language.

3. One challenges is ensuring authenticity, as misinformation can spread without credible sources, and accessibility, since lacking captions or translations can exclude some audiences. Cultural sensitivity is also crucial to avoid bias and misrepresentation. Ensuring credible, inclusive, and well-curated content helps overcome these challenges.

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I believe that a language preserving app would be very beneficial in helping with knowledge transmission and protecting one’s culture. Language is a very important aspect of culture and it is very important to preserve it. I believe the app would be great as it is something everyone can use and they could practice anywhere they would like. A limitation is perhaps that learning language through an app is in my opinion much harder than learning it when embedded in a culture that speaks that language.

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All My Relations Podcast & Indigenous Ally Toolkit 

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All My Relations Podcast & Indigenous Ally Toolkit 

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1. Selected Digital Storytelling Medium

All My Relations Podcast

Indigenous Ally Toolkit (online platform)

2. How This Medium Promotes Knowledge Sharing

Last semester, I came across the All My Relations podcast and the Indigenous Ally Toolkit, both of which deepened my understanding of colonization's long-lasting impact on Indigenous communities. The podcast, featuring scholars like Carleton University professor Geraldine King, explores how the intergenerational trauma of residential schools has disrupted the ability to form and sustain meaningful relationships. Similarly, the Ally Toolkit provides educational resources to help challenge stereotypes and promote allyship.

Who Benefits?

Educators, allies, and policymakers gain critical insights into Indigenous histories and contemporary issues.

Indigenous communities see their lived experiences represented, contributing to a greater sense of visibility and validation.

How It Improves Accessibility?

Digital formats (audio and online text) make these resources widely available, helping bridge gaps in traditional education.

Multiple storytelling approaches (oral histories, research discussions, and practical guides) cater to different learning styles.

3. Key Challenges

Accessibility: Some Indigenous communities may face barriers such as limited internet access, hindering engagement with these resources.

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Many Indigenous cultures rely heavily on oral traditions. Digital storytelling provides a means to record and preserve these stories for future generations. It can also be seen as a way to revitalize language and stories. However, there are some risks of the stories being taken out of context or misused. Additionally, digital formats may not fully capture the richness and depth of traditional storytelling experiences. Finally, it could be seen as some type of intellectual property concern; there should be clear guidelines and protocols to ensure that Indigenous communities have control over their narratives.

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I think podcasts and video series are a great way to engage in storytelling. I have been listening to many different podcasts and I feel as if that with an individual speaking about their experience it allows the listeners to gain a deeper understanding of their experiences. It also allows for others to engage with their experience with the widespread access of social media!

There are so many benefits in podcasts:

1. Story telling is an oral tradition and it allows the elders to share their own stories and experiences

2. Remote access: everyone can access the podcasts which allows for greater audience and to spread more awareness - this make learning more accessible

3. Podcasts allow for engagement for diverse learners especially those who are visual or auditory learners

4. Representation: it is important to have a platform that promotes self-representation that media might not

5. Cross cultural learning: these podcasts can be integrated in the educational sector for diverse learners especially when it comes to different strategies of learning.

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All My Relations Podcast & Indigenous Ally Toolkit 

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All My Relations Podcast & Indigenous Ally Toolkit 

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1. Selected Digital Storytelling Medium

All My Relations Podcast

Indigenous Ally Toolkit (online platform)

2. How This Medium Promotes Knowledge Sharing

Last semester, I came across the All My Relations podcast and the Indigenous Ally Toolkit, both of which deepened my understanding of colonization's long-lasting impact on Indigenous communities. The podcast, featuring scholars like Carleton University professor Geraldine King, explores how the intergenerational trauma of residential schools has disrupted the ability to form and sustain meaningful relationships. Similarly, the Ally Toolkit provides educational resources to help challenge stereotypes and promote allyship.

Who Benefits?

Educators, allies, and policymakers gain critical insights into Indigenous histories and contemporary issues.

Indigenous communities see their lived experiences represented, contributing to a greater sense of visibility and validation.

How It Improves Accessibility?

Digital formats (audio and online text) make these resources widely available, helping bridge gaps in traditional education.

Multiple storytelling approaches (oral histories, research discussions, and practical guides) cater to different learning styles.

3. Key Challenges

Accessibility: Some Indigenous communities may face barriers such as limited internet access, hindering engagement with these resources.

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I believe digital libraries are an effective medium for promoting knowledge sharing because they make cultural materials more accessible to a wider audience. For example, individuals who may not know the stories of their own culture can use a digital library to discover and learn about them. This can help preserve cultural identity and promote intergenerational knowledge transmission.

One key challenge is authenticity. Because digital libraries are open to many contributors, there is a risk that some users may share inauthentic or misleading stories. Ensuring quality and truthfulness while keeping the space open and inclusive is an ongoing challenge.