Digital Storytelling: Adapting Traditional Narratives to the Digital Age in English Literature

The convergence of traditional narrative forms with digital platforms has emerged as a transformative force in English literature. This fusion, driven by the pervasive influence of the digital revolution, challenges longstanding literary conventions and opens new vistas of creative expression and audience engagement. Situated within the dynamic landscape of global literary discourse, this study investigates the implications of digital storytelling for the evolution of English literature, with a focus on universities in Zhejiang Province, China. Utilizing Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), the research explores the interplay between traditional narratives and digital technologies, examining how this symbiosis shapes narrative structures, the utilization of digital platforms in storytelling, and the broader impact of digital technology and media on narrative methodologies. Significant path coefficients highlighted the substantial effect of digital narrative transformation on the understanding and differentiation of traditional and digital narratives. the results underscore the critical role of digital technology in shaping narrative forms and suggest that digital platforms offer new opportunities for reinterpreting and revitalizing traditional narratives. This study provides robust evidence of the transformative impact of digital storytelling on English literature, emphasizing the importance of integrating digital tools and platforms into literary education. Future research should continue to explore the evolving interplay between digital and traditional narratives, further enriching the field of English literature.