Harnessing the Power of Storytelling in the English Language Classroom

Rashidat Sadi’s Trinity College London webinar explores “harnessing the power of storytelling in the English language classroom.” She emphasizes storytelling’s importance, discussing diverse forms including oral, visual, digital, and data storytelling. Sadi demonstrates how it inherently supports all four language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—through engaging activities like improv, sound-based tales, and collaborative tasks. The session highlights adapting stories for varied demographics and leveraging technology like AI. Storytelling is presented as a universal, powerful, and versatile tool for fostering creativity, confidence, and language acquisition across all ages and levels.