Part 4: Facilitating Learning and Retention Effective storytelling in interactive exhibits is not just about engagement and empathy; it also plays a crucial role in learning and retention. Stories provide context and structure to information, making it easier for visitors to understand and remember complex concepts. Educational psychologist Richard Mayer’s Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning...
Part 3: Fostering Empathy and Connection Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another, and it is a crucial component of effective storytelling. Interactive exhibits that tell compelling stories can foster empathy by allowing visitors to step into the shoes of different characters and experience their journeys. According to psychologist Jamil...
Storytelling is a powerful tool that has been utilized across cultures and generations to convey knowledge, values, and experiences. In the context of interactive exhibits, storytelling transcends mere entertainment; it becomes a medium through which visitors can engage deeply, learn profoundly, and connect personally with the content. This 4 Part series underscores the transformative potential...
In the ever-evolving world of location-based entertainment (LBE), adaptability and flexibility are essential to creating dynamic and engaging experiences. By allowing the story to adapt based on visitor interactions, being prepared to adjust the narrative for different scenarios and settings, and incorporating feedback for continuous improvement, creators can craft experiences that remain fresh and captivating....
Storytelling is the key to what makes Walt Disney World attractions so magical, and a prime example of this is the iconic “Pirates of the Caribbean” ride. Walking through the queue and entrance of the “Castillo del Morro” fort is where the theme is set. There are a full host of vignettes and technically “unnecessary...
As designers and builders of themed entertainment we are often tasked with “telling a story” to our guests. This is the terminology that is used by our peers as well as those who assign and direct what we do. Unfortunately it is a bit of a misnomer. I was recently in a theme park and...