storytelling with purpose: digital projects to ignite student curiosity

Reimagine learning with this book’s practical advice, case studies and strategies on using digital storytelling as a vehicle for student inquiry and assessment.

Michael Hernandez (@cinehead) is an award-winning cinema and journalism teacher in Los Angeles whose work focuses on digital storytelling, media literacy and social justice. As an author, speaker and consultant, he helps educators empower students to find passion and purpose in their learning so they can make a positive impact in their communities. Hernandez believes in the transformative potential of technology in the classroom, and fostering an innovative mindset based on student curiosity, creativity and passion. His presentations at conferences in the U.S. and abroad for ISTE, SXSW EDU and Apple Education focus on tech integration and innovative teaching and learning strategies. He also leads students and teachers on documentary trips to Asia and Latin America as part of an experiential learning program. Hernandez was selected by National Geographic and Lindblad Expeditions as a Grosvenor Teacher Fellow for 2021. He is an Apple Distinguished Educator, Adobe Education Leader and PBS Digital Innovator.