StoryMap vs Neatline

 I know I was in the Grenville group, but as Eloise and Andrew were on the technology team, I did not really get a chance to look at StoryMap as a platform in great detail. 

Exploring our project once they had put it together was a really enjoyable experience for me. I think, compared to Neatline, StoryMap is a lot more visually appealing platform. I enjoy the images and how it can move in a more specific, designated order. However, on the other hand, I think a merit of Neatline is that there is no specific order. The user can choose to navigate the maps and waypoints as they please, while on StoryMap that is a bit more difficult. 

Something else I enjoy about Neatline that we didn't see on StoryMap was the polygons. I liked being able to designate certain regions instead of a specific location, and I'm not sure if this is something that can be accomplished on StoryMap.

I think I would like viewing and working with StoryMap better, but Neatline has more detailed options. I think, in deciding between these options, it would come down to the level of detail my project would require. 

Comments

  1. Jalen PaigeFebruary 2, 2023 at 9:09 PM

    I agree that StoryMap was a lot more impressive to look at visually. For projects with a specific timeline or viewing order- it seemed a lot more functional. NeatLine was a bit too open- I like the concept of having a particular viewing order as it lets you create a more streamlined experience for viewers. Your project was a lot better as viewer than the NeatLine projects from last quarter. I am looking forward to using the platform for my group project- since you guys did such a good job. I will be sure to use your feedback to make my project better.

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  2. Monique Cov.February 3, 2023 at 2:03 PM

    Hello Cassi. After looking at the final outcome of storymap for our group project I would agree that it is more visually appealing and looks much more formal than neatline. The one thing that I honestly do not like about storymap, is that there isn't some sort of table of context or something so that you can click on a particular slide without having to toggle through each one in order to get to the one you want. Similarly, if I had to choose neatline or storymap, I would have to consider what I am presenting and show before choosing one or the other.

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  3. Hilary LeFebruary 3, 2023 at 7:57 PM

    Hi Cassi! I agree with you: Storyline is significantly more appealing than Neatline. Much more aesthetically pleasing to my eyes. Neatline has more freedom to navigate, which personally I don't like. I like how StoryMap is more structured. However, the freedom of Neatline allows you make your Neatline yours. Although StoryMap looks great, I think Neatline is still great option!

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  4. Audrey SchroederFebruary 5, 2023 at 11:54 AM

    Hey Cassi! First, wonderful job on the project! I learned a lot and enjoyed seeing your group introduce and navigate this new platform! I agree that an element from Neatline that I would miss is the polygons. Those are helpful for creating more obvious regions of study instead of zoning in on one specific point. Otherwise, I think StoryMap is a great alternative to Neatline.

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  5. James MaddenFebruary 6, 2023 at 9:53 PM

    Hey Cassi! Since I was in the research group with you on the Grenville project, I also didn't get much of a chance to look at StoryMap in great detail. However, I agree that StoryMap was much easier to follow as a viewer. It was more user-friendly and more aesthetically appealing. I also agree with you that Neatline can be a great tool because it allows the creator to make more decisions about the order and the shapes shown on the map. I think that both tools are incredibly useful.

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