Active Learning through Story Writing

 Summary of Resti & Wibowo (2024)

Background & Existing Knowledge
Creative writing helps develop essential 21st-century skills, but elementary students often struggle to generate ideas and collaborate meaningfully.

New Insights from This Study
✔ Project-Based Learning using illustrated stories improved creativity and teamwork.
✔ Students became more confident in writing and character creation.
✔ Projects promoted cultural appreciation and reflective thinking.

Practical Applications: How Educators Can Use This Research

Creative Curriculum
📌 Use illustrated stories as springboards for writing tasks.
📌 Let students design characters and explore local legends.
📌 Present stories through drama or digital formats.

Group Learning
📌 Assign collaborative writing tasks to promote teamwork.
📌 Include peer review and joint presentations.
📌 Reflect on group dynamics and contributions.

Holistic Development
📌 Foster critical and reflective thinking through storytelling.
📌 Integrate values, empathy, and cultural identity.
📌 Link projects to real-life themes and community contexts.

Conclusion
Project-based story writing enriches elementary students’ creativity, collaboration, and cultural literacy—making learning joyful and meaningful.

Key Words
story writing, project-based learning, creativity, collaboration, elementary education

Reference
Resti, N., & Wibowo, S. E. (2024). Enhancing Creativity and Collaboration in Story Writing for Elementary School Students Through Project-Based Learning Based on Illustrated Stories. Jurnal Pendidikan Progresif, 14(3), 2039–2049. https://doi.org/10.23960/jpp.v14.i3.2024138

Suggested Citation
Ross, E. M., & Malar, D. B. J. (2025).  Active Learning through Story Writing. Excellent Educator, 2(10), 8.