Authors:

Jolly Chakrabortty

Abstract:

Storytelling is a significant aspect of Indian pedagogy and has played a very important cultural and educational role as a timeless tool. It has always been more than just a method of imparting knowledge to students but has bridged cultural heritage and knowledge. However, modern-day incorporations of pedagogies and functions, such as rote learning, have made a disconnect from ancient wisdom. This research aims to study and analyze the significant and revolutionary changes and potential that storytelling can offer as a revolutionary pedagogical tool and technique. It will try to bridge ancient Indian storytelling with modern applications and tools like technology and digital tools like interactive platforms, gamification, and AR/VR technology. This research aims to study and understand the significant and revolutionary changes and potential that storytelling as a pedagogical tool and technique can offer and its efficacy in relation to indigenous knowledge, language, and inclusiveness. It will not only show and prove its efficacy and importance but will also offer some significant findings. It will not only show and prove how storytelling is important and beneficial from a cultural and indigenous knowledge point of view but will also lay emphasis on 21st-century skills, innovation, and collaboration. Moreover, some significant

Keywords:

Storytelling, Oral Traditions, Pedagogy, Digital Learning, Cultural Preservation, Inclusive Education, India.  

Vol & Issue:

VOL.17, ISSUE No.4, December 2025