The Moth High School StorySLAM is a free, multi-week workshop series offered by The Moth that teaches students in grades 9 to 12 the craft of personal storytelling through live, true narrative performance. Participants develop, refine, and deliver their own stories, building skills in narrative construction, public speaking, and authentic self-expression along the way. The program is available in both in-person and virtual formats, making it accessible to students across the country. It is a rare opportunity to find your voice, connect with an audience, and learn the art of storytelling from one of the most respected organizations in the field.
Delivering ideas clearly and confidently in front of an audience.
Crafting original stories, poems, or scripts that express ideas and imagination.
Fully focusing on and understanding what someone else is communicating.
Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.
Adjusting quickly and effectively when plans or circumstances change.
Students craft and share true personal narratives, developing core skills in narrative structure and authentic storytelling essential to journalism.
The program focuses on developing personal storytelling skills through writing and performing true stories in front of audiences.
Students practice public speaking and learn to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences, key to PR work.
The program explicitly offers professional development for educators to integrate Moth-style storytelling into classroom teaching practices.
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