Leveraging Digital Storytelling To Foster Interfaith Understanding In Christian Religious Education

Abstract

In an increasingly interconnected world, fostering interfaith understanding within Christian education is vital for promoting mutual respect and global harmony. Digital storytelling emerges as a transformative tool to bridge cultural and religious divides by engaging learners in authentic, empathetic, and reflective narratives. This paper explores how digital storytelling can be strategically leveraged in Christian education to nurture interfaith awareness, dialogue, and collaboration. By integrating multimedia elements such as videos, images, and interactive content, digital storytelling facilitates the sharing of diverse faith experiences, values, and traditions in a compelling and accessible manner. The study highlights practical approaches, including creating digital narratives about shared human values, developing interactive interfaith projects, and fostering collaborative storytelling between students of different religious backgrounds. Additionally, it examines the pedagogical benefits of digital storytelling, such as enhancing critical thinking, empathy, and cultural sensitivity. The paper concludes by offering recommendations for Christian educators, emphasizing the potential of digital storytelling to cultivate a deeper understanding of other faiths while reinforcing Christian values of love, respect, and inclusivity. This approach not only enriches Christian education but also equips students to become compassionate global citizens in a pluralistic society.