Digital Storytelling with ArcGIS StoryMaps In-Person
This free Map and Data Library workshop provides a quick start to get you up and running using Esri's ArcGIS Online platform to create and share spatially aware, web-based digital narratives.
First, you'll gain familiarity with the web mapping functionality of ArcGIS StoryMaps by creating an express map and guided map tours. Then we'll take a look at how this web map can be combined with other multimedia elements to create a visually compelling, informative StoryMap. In this way, you'll learn how to effectively share your research using geographic data and digital storytelling.
By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
- Choose and configure a StoryMap template that suits your narrative
- Add text, images, videos, and other media to your StoryMap
- Share and publish your StoryMap online
- Use spatial data to support your narrative and create visual impact
- Apply storytelling principles and techniques to craft a coherent, engaging story
Introductory level; no previous experience with coding, statistical analysis, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is required.
Map & Data Library workshops, such as this one, are a welcoming and inclusive environment for learning. To learn more, check out our Code of Conduct. MDL is committed to making our workshops accessible to everyone. If you'd like to discuss how we can best meet any accessibility needs you may have and help you get the most out of this workshop, please contact Yeliz Baloglu Cengay.
This event will be held in Robarts Library, room 4033 on the 4th floor. For directions, please visit: https://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/robarts-library-electronic-classroom.
- Date:
- Friday, October 17, 2025
- Time:
- 11:00am - 1:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Robarts Library, Electronic Classroom (Map )
- Campus:
- St. George (Downtown) Campus
- Audience:
- Faculty Graduate Students Staff Undergraduate Students
- Categories:
- Digital Tools Maps & GIS Workshop
Yeliz Baloglu Cengay (she/her) is a Reference Specialist at the Map & Data Library. She has an MA (History) from Brandeis University and an MLIS from Western University.
She provides supports for general research, data and map discovery, and GIS software .
