About StoryMaps

StoryMaps is a web-based tool that allows users to create interactive narratives (“Stories”) using maps, text, and other media. With ready-to-use maps and interactive elements, StoryMaps can simplify the process of creating a compelling long-form story.

StoryMaps for Learning Experiences

StoryMaps can help instructors build engaging learning experiences by:

  • Enabling them to quickly create interactive maps of geographic data

  • Offering innovative formats for photos and text

  • Embedding live web content directly into presentations

  • Responsively adapting to various device types and screen sizes

  • Providing the ability to curate collections of related content

StoryMaps would be a helpful tool for introducing students to web-based mapping and other multimedia technologies. As an alternative to slide-based presentation tools, it can also help expose students to new technologies and storytelling formats.